1954 Abarth Renault vs. 1951 Bristol 401
To start off, 1954 Abarth Renault is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Bristol 401. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Bristol 401 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Abarth Renault is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Abarth Renault (109 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1951 Bristol 401. (72 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Abarth Renault should accelerate faster than 1951 Bristol 401. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Bristol 401 weights approximately 335 kg more than 1954 Abarth Renault.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Abarth Renault | 1951 Bristol 401 | |
| Make | Abarth | Bristol |
| Model | Renault | 401 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2900 mm |
