1956 Abarth Renault vs. 1948 Bristol 400
To start off, 1956 Abarth Renault is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Bristol 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Bristol 400 would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Abarth Renault is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Abarth Renault (109 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1948 Bristol 400. (79 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Abarth Renault should accelerate faster than 1948 Bristol 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Bristol 400 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1956 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:
| 1956 Abarth Renault | 1948 Bristol 400 | |
| Make | Abarth | Bristol |
| Model | Renault | 400 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1948 |
| 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 | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 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 |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 54 L |
