1957 Austin A 35 vs. 1951 Bristol 401
To start off, 1957 Austin A 35 is newer by 6 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 1,970 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Bristol 401 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Bristol 401 (72 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1951 Bristol 401 should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Bristol 401 weights approximately 535 kg more than 1957 Austin A 35. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1951 Bristol 401 (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1951 Bristol 401 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin A 35.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Austin A 35 | 1951 Bristol 401 | |
Make | Austin | Bristol |
Model | A 35 | 401 |
Year Released | 1957 | 1951 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 1970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 66 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2900 mm |