1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1951 Bristol 400
To start off, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Bristol 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Bristol 400 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Bristol 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia (115 HP) has 36 more horse power than 1951 Bristol 400. (79 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1951 Bristol 400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Bristol 400 weights approximately 120 kg more than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Let's talk about torque, 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia (145 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Bristol 400. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Bristol 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1951 Bristol 400 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Bristol |
| Model | Giulia | 400 |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 79 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 54 L |
