1952 Bristol 401 vs. 1973 Nissan Cherry
To start off, 1973 Nissan Cherry is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Bristol 401. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Bristol 401 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Bristol 401 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Bristol 401 (72 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Bristol 401 should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Bristol 401 weights approximately 530 kg more than 1973 Nissan Cherry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1952 Bristol 401 (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1952 Bristol 401 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Bristol 401 | 1973 Nissan Cherry | |
| Make | Bristol | Nissan |
| Model | 401 | Cherry |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2340 mm |
