1951 Bristol 400 vs. 2007 Fiat Strada
To start off, 2007 Fiat Strada is newer by 56 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 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Bristol 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Strada (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1951 Bristol 400. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Strada should accelerate faster than 1951 Bristol 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Bristol 400 weights approximately 90 kg more than 2007 Fiat Strada.
Let's talk about torque, 1951 Bristol 400 (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Strada. (120 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1951 Bristol 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Bristol 400 | 2007 Fiat Strada | |
| Make | Bristol | Fiat |
| Model | 400 | Strada |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1366 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 58 L |
