1951 Bristol 401 vs. 1994 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 1994 Nissan Terrano II 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 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Nissan Terrano II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Nissan Terrano II (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1951 Bristol 401. (72 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Nissan Terrano II should accelerate faster than 1951 Bristol 401. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 400 kg more than 1951 Bristol 401. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1994 Nissan Terrano II 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 Terrano II 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, 1994 Nissan Terrano II (198 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Bristol 401. (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Nissan Terrano II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Bristol 401.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Bristol 401 | 1994 Nissan Terrano II | |
| Make | Bristol | Nissan |
| Model | 401 | Terrano II |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2470 mm |
