1950 Bristol 401 vs. 2012 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 62 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, 1950 Bristol 401 (72 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2012 Mitsubishi Colt. (54 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1950 Bristol 401 should accelerate faster than 2012 Mitsubishi Colt. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 225 kg more 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, 2012 Mitsubishi Colt, 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 45 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mitsubishi Colt. (100 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1950 Bristol 401 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mitsubishi Colt.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Bristol 401 | 2012 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Bristol | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 401 | Colt |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1124 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 84.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2500 mm |
