1951 Bristol 401 vs. 2000 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2000 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 49 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, 2000 Suzuki Jimny (76 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1951 Bristol 401. (72 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Suzuki Jimny should accelerate faster than 1951 Bristol 401. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Bristol 401 weights approximately 200 kg more than 2000 Suzuki Jimny.
Because 2000 Suzuki Jimny 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, 2000 Suzuki Jimny 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 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Suzuki Jimny. (106 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1951 Bristol 401 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Bristol 401 | 2000 Suzuki Jimny | |
| Make | Bristol | Suzuki |
| Model | 401 | Jimny |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 75.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2260 mm |
