1952 Bristol 401 vs. 2006 Seat Leon
To start off, 2006 Seat Leon is newer by 54 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, 2006 Seat Leon (101 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1952 Bristol 401. (72 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1952 Bristol 401. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Bristol 401 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2006 Seat Leon.
Because 1952 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 1952 Bristol 401. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Seat Leon, 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, 2006 Seat Leon (148 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Bristol 401. (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Seat Leon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Bristol 401.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Bristol 401 | 2006 Seat Leon | |
Make | Bristol | Seat |
Model | 401 | Leon |
Year Released | 1952 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 148 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1205 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2580 mm |