1951 Bristol 401 vs. 2010 Peugeot 206
To start off, 2010 Peugeot 206 is newer by 59 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Peugeot 206 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Peugeot 206 (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1951 Bristol 401. (72 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Peugeot 206 should accelerate faster than 1951 Bristol 401. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Peugeot 206 weights approximately 2 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 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, 2010 Peugeot 206, 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, 2010 Peugeot 206 (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Bristol 401. (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Peugeot 206 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Bristol 401.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Bristol 401 | 2010 Peugeot 206 | |
| Make | Bristol | Peugeot |
| Model | 401 | 206 |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1227 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2450 mm |
