1948 Bristol 401 vs. 2002 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2002 Honda CR-V is newer by 54 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 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda CR-V (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1948 Bristol 401. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1948 Bristol 401. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda CR-V weights approximately 253 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 2002 Honda CR-V 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, 2002 Honda CR-V 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, 2002 Honda CR-V (218 Nm) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Bristol 401. (145 Nm). This means 2002 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Bristol 401.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Bristol 401 | 2002 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Bristol | Honda |
| Model | 401 | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1478 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 58 L |
