1951 Bristol 401 vs. 2008 Citroen C2
To start off, 2008 Citroen C2 is newer by 57 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, 1951 Bristol 401 (72 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2008 Citroen C2. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Bristol 401 should accelerate faster than 2008 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Bristol 401 weights approximately 230 kg more than 2008 Citroen C2. 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, 2008 Citroen C2, 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, 2008 Citroen C2 (151 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Bristol 401. (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Citroen C2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Bristol 401.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Bristol 401 | 2008 Citroen C2 | |
| Make | Bristol | Citroen |
| Model | 401 | C2 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 73.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2320 mm |
