1951 Bristol 400 vs. 1998 Alfa Romeo 155
To start off, 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 is newer by 47 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 2,499 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 (493 HP @ 11700 RPM) has 414 more horse power than 1951 Bristol 400. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1951 Bristol 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Bristol 400 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1998 Alfa Romeo 155.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 (300 Nm @ 9500 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Bristol 400. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Bristol 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Bristol 400 | 1998 Alfa Romeo 155 | |
| Make | Bristol | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | 400 | 155 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 493 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 11700 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 9500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1750 mm |
