1951 Bristol 401 vs. 2004 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2004 Nissan Frontier is newer by 53 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Frontier (153 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1951 Bristol 401. (72 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1951 Bristol 401. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 255 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Nissan Frontier (209 Nm) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Bristol 401. (145 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Bristol 401.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Bristol 401 | 2004 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Bristol | Nissan |
| Model | 401 | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 96 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2830 mm |
