1950 Bristol 401 vs. 2013 Kia RIO
To start off, 2013 Kia RIO is newer by 63 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, 2013 Kia RIO (136 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1950 Bristol 401. (72 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Kia RIO should accelerate faster than 1950 Bristol 401. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Bristol 401 weights approximately 129 kg more than 2013 Kia RIO.
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, 2013 Kia RIO, 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, 2013 Kia RIO (167 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Bristol 401. (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Kia RIO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Bristol 401.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Bristol 401 | 2013 Kia RIO | |
| Make | Bristol | Kia |
| Model | 401 | RIO |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4850 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1096 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4045 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1455 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2570 mm |
