1953 Bristol 404 vs. 2013 Aston Martin Cygnet
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin Cygnet is newer by 60 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, 2013 Aston Martin Cygnet (97 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1953 Bristol 404. (91 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Aston Martin Cygnet should accelerate faster than 1953 Bristol 404. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Bristol 404 weights approximately 52 kg more than 2013 Aston Martin Cygnet.
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, 2013 Aston Martin Cygnet, 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 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Aston Martin Cygnet. (125 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1953 Bristol 404 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Aston Martin Cygnet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Bristol 404 | 2013 Aston Martin Cygnet | |
| Make | Bristol | Aston Martin |
| Model | 404 | Cygnet |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 80 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 988 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3078 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2000 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 32 L |
