1950 Bristol 401 vs. 2010 Renault Clio
To start off, 2010 Renault Clio is newer by 60 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, 2010 Renault Clio (97 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1950 Bristol 401. (72 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Renault Clio should accelerate faster than 1950 Bristol 401. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Renault Clio weights approximately 415 kg more than 1950 Bristol 401. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Renault Clio, 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, 1950 Bristol 401 (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Renault Clio. (127 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1950 Bristol 401 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Renault Clio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Bristol 401 | 2010 Renault Clio | |
| Make | Bristol | Renault |
| Model | 401 | Clio |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2580 mm |
