1951 Bristol 401 vs. 2009 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 2009 Ford Fiesta is newer by 58 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, 2009 Ford Fiesta (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1951 Bristol 401. (72 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1951 Bristol 401. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Bristol 401 weights approximately 255 kg more than 2009 Ford Fiesta.
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, 2009 Ford Fiesta, 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, 2009 Ford Fiesta (152 Nm @ 4050 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Bristol 401. (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Bristol 401.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Bristol 401 | 2009 Ford Fiesta | |
Make | Bristol | Ford |
Model | 401 | Fiesta |
Year Released | 1951 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4050 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 81.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 970 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2500 mm |