1951 Bristol 400 vs. 1997 Lancia Kappa
To start off, 1997 Lancia Kappa is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Bristol 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Bristol 400 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Lancia Kappa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Lancia Kappa (202 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1951 Bristol 400. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lancia Kappa should accelerate faster than 1951 Bristol 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lancia Kappa weights approximately 380 kg more than 1951 Bristol 400. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1951 Bristol 400 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 1951 Bristol 400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Lancia Kappa, 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, 1997 Lancia Kappa (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Bristol 400. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Lancia Kappa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Bristol 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Bristol 400 | 1997 Lancia Kappa | |
| Make | Bristol | Lancia |
| Model | 400 | Kappa |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1550 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2710 mm |
