1948 Bristol 401 vs. 2001 Honda S-MX
To start off, 2001 Honda S-MX is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Bristol 401. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Bristol 401 would be higher. At 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda S-MX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda S-MX (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1948 Bristol 401. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 1948 Bristol 401. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda S-MX weights approximately 105 kg more than 1948 Bristol 401. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1948 Bristol 401. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda S-MX 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, 2001 Honda S-MX (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Bristol 401. (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Bristol 401.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Bristol 401 | 2001 Honda S-MX | |
Make | Bristol | Honda |
Model | 401 | S-MX |
Year Released | 1948 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1969 cc | 1973 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 88 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2510 mm |