1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1952 Bristol 401
To start off, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Bristol 401. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Bristol 401 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Bristol 401 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 (127 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1952 Bristol 401. (72 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1952 Bristol 401. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Bristol 401 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33.
Because 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Bristol 401. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 will offer significantly more control. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 (149 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Bristol 401. (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Bristol 401.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1952 Bristol 401 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Bristol |
| Model | 33 | 401 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1712 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72 mm | 96 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2900 mm |
