1951 Bristol 401 vs. 1994 Nissan Rasheen
To start off, 1994 Nissan Rasheen is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Bristol 401. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Bristol 401 would be higher. At 1,970 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Bristol 401 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Nissan Rasheen (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1951 Bristol 401. (72 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Nissan Rasheen should accelerate faster than 1951 Bristol 401. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Bristol 401 weights approximately 65 kg more than 1994 Nissan Rasheen.
Because 1994 Nissan Rasheen is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Bristol 401. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Nissan Rasheen will offer significantly more control. 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, 1951 Bristol 401 (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Nissan Rasheen. (138 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1951 Bristol 401 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Nissan Rasheen.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Bristol 401 | 1994 Nissan Rasheen | |
| Make | Bristol | Nissan |
| Model | 401 | Rasheen |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2440 mm |
