1951 Bristol 401 vs. 2011 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2011 Tata Indigo is newer by 60 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, 2011 Tata Indigo (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1951 Bristol 401. (72 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Tata Indigo should accelerate faster than 1951 Bristol 401. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Bristol 401 weights approximately 85 kg more than 2011 Tata Indigo.
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, 2011 Tata Indigo, 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, 1951 Bristol 401 (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Tata Indigo. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1951 Bristol 401 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Bristol 401 | 2011 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Bristol | Tata |
| Model | 401 | Indigo |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2460 mm |
