1951 Austin A 90 vs. 2004 Bristol Fighter
To start off, 2004 Bristol Fighter is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 7,994 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Bristol Fighter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Bristol Fighter (525 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 438 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 90. (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bristol Fighter should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Bristol Fighter weights approximately 86 kg more than 1951 Austin A 90. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Bristol Fighter (714 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 524 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 90. (190 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Bristol Fighter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Austin A 90 | 2004 Bristol Fighter | |
Make | Austin | Bristol |
Model | A 90 | Fighter |
Year Released | 1951 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2660 cc | 7994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 525 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 714 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1476 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2760 mm |