2001 Audi A2 vs. 1948 Bristol 400
To start off, 2001 Audi A2 is newer by 53 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 1,970 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 Bristol 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Bristol 400 (79 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2001 Audi A2. (60 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1948 Bristol 400 should accelerate faster than 2001 Audi A2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Bristol 400 weights approximately 240 kg more than 2001 Audi A2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1948 Bristol 400 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1948 Bristol 400. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Audi A2, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Audi A2 (140 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Bristol 400. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Audi A2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Bristol 400.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Audi A2 | 1948 Bristol 400 | |
| Make | Audi | Bristol |
| Model | A2 | 400 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1191 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.5 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 54 L |
