1950 Bristol 401 vs. 2006 Seat Toledo
To start off, 2006 Seat Toledo is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Bristol 401. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Bristol 401 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1950 Bristol 401 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Seat Toledo (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1950 Bristol 401. (72 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1950 Bristol 401.
Because 1950 Bristol 401 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1950 Bristol 401. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Seat Toledo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Seat Toledo (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Bristol 401. (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Bristol 401.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Bristol 401 | 2006 Seat Toledo | |
Make | Bristol | Seat |
Model | 401 | Toledo |
Year Released | 1950 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 77.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2520 mm |