1950 Bristol 401 vs. 2009 Hyundai H1
To start off, 2009 Hyundai H1 is newer by 59 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 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai H1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Hyundai H1 (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1950 Bristol 401. (72 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Hyundai H1 should accelerate faster than 1950 Bristol 401.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Hyundai H1 (224 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Bristol 401. (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Hyundai H1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Bristol 401.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Bristol 401 | 2009 Hyundai H1 | |
| Make | Bristol | Hyundai |
| Model | 401 | H1 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 97 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1940 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3210 mm |
