1951 Bristol 401 vs. 2001 Lancia Zeta
To start off, 2001 Lancia Zeta is newer by 50 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Lancia Zeta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lancia Zeta (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1951 Bristol 401. (72 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lancia Zeta should accelerate faster than 1951 Bristol 401. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 375 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 1951 Bristol 401 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1951 Bristol 401. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Lancia Zeta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Lancia Zeta (182 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Bristol 401. (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Lancia Zeta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Bristol 401.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Bristol 401 | 2001 Lancia Zeta | |
| Make | Bristol | Lancia |
| Model | 401 | Zeta |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 182 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2830 mm |
