1951 Bristol 401 vs. 2009 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2009 Kia Sportage 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 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sportage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sportage (111 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1951 Bristol 401. (72 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1951 Bristol 401. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sportage weights approximately 462 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 2009 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Bristol 401. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sportage will offer significantly more control. 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 Kia Sportage (245 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Bristol 401. (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Bristol 401.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Bristol 401 | 2009 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Bristol | Kia |
| Model | 401 | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2640 mm |
