1948 Bristol 401 vs. 2013 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2013 Toyota Prius is newer by 65 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 1,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 Bristol 401 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Prius (97 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1948 Bristol 401. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Prius should accelerate faster than 1948 Bristol 401. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Prius weights approximately 260 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 1948 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 1948 Bristol 401. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Prius, 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, 1948 Bristol 401 (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Prius. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1948 Bristol 401 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Bristol 401 | 2013 Toyota Prius | |
| Make | Bristol | Toyota |
| Model | 401 | Prius |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 13.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4615 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1575 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 45 L |
