1951 Bristol 401 vs. 2006 Fiat Ducato
To start off, 2006 Fiat Ducato is newer by 55 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 2,800 cc, 2006 Fiat Ducato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Ducato (125 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1951 Bristol 401. (72 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Ducato should accelerate faster than 1951 Bristol 401.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Fiat Ducato (300 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Bristol 401. (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Ducato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Bristol 401.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Bristol 401 | 2006 Fiat Ducato | |
| Make | Bristol | Fiat |
| Model | 401 | Ducato |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 2800 cc |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 125 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 91.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 100 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 5610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 2480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3710 mm |
