1955 Bristol 405 vs. 1979 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1979 Toyota Corsa is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Bristol 405. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Bristol 405 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Bristol 405 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Bristol 405 (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Bristol 405 should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Bristol 405 weights approximately 425 kg more than 1979 Toyota Corsa. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1955 Bristol 405 (152 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Corsa. (115 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1955 Bristol 405 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Bristol 405 | 1979 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Bristol | Toyota |
| Model | 405 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1450 cc |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2510 mm |
