1953 Bristol 404 vs. 2002 Vauxhall Agila
To start off, 2002 Vauxhall Agila is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Bristol 404. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Bristol 404 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Bristol 404 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Bristol 404 (91 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2002 Vauxhall Agila. (57 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Bristol 404 should accelerate faster than 2002 Vauxhall Agila. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Bristol 404 weights approximately 25 kg more than 2002 Vauxhall Agila. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 Bristol 404 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 1953 Bristol 404. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Vauxhall Agila, 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, 1953 Bristol 404 (152 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Vauxhall Agila. (87 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1953 Bristol 404 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Vauxhall Agila.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Bristol 404 | 2002 Vauxhall Agila | |
| Make | Bristol | Vauxhall |
| Model | 404 | Agila |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2370 mm |
