1953 Bristol 404 vs. 2009 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Korando is newer by 56 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 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Korando (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1953 Bristol 404. (91 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1953 Bristol 404. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 800 kg more than 1953 Bristol 404. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Bristol 404. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Korando will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 SsangYong Korando (213 Nm @ 2860 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Bristol 404. (152 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Bristol 404.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Bristol 404 | 2009 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Bristol | SsangYong |
| Model | 404 | Korando |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2860 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 165 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |
