1946 Bristol 450 vs. 2004 Toyota Hi-Ace
To start off, 2004 Toyota Hi-Ace is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Bristol 450. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Bristol 450 would be higher. At 2,237 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Hi-Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1946 Bristol 450 (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Hi-Ace. (101 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1946 Bristol 450 should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Hi-Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Hi-Ace weights approximately 800 kg more than 1946 Bristol 450.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Bristol 450 | 2004 Toyota Hi-Ace | |
| Make | Bristol | Toyota |
| Model | 450 | Hi-Ace |
| Year Released | 1946 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2237 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 16 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1530 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 70 L |
