2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo vs. 1950 Bristol 401
To start off, 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Bristol 401. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Bristol 401 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1950 Bristol 401 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1950 Bristol 401. (72 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo should accelerate faster than 1950 Bristol 401. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Bristol 401 weights approximately 79 kg more than 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo.
Because 1950 Bristol 401 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 1950 Bristol 401. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo, 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, 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo (230 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Bristol 401. (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Bristol 401.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Alfa Romeo MiTo | 1950 Bristol 401 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Bristol |
Model | MiTo | 401 |
Year Released | 2009 | 1950 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 230 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 66 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1146 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2900 mm |