1949 Bristol 401 vs. 1994 Honda CRX
To start off, 1994 Honda CRX is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Bristol 401. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Bristol 401 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Bristol 401 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Honda CRX (125 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1949 Bristol 401. (72 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Honda CRX should accelerate faster than 1949 Bristol 401. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Bristol 401 weights approximately 175 kg more than 1994 Honda CRX.
Because 1949 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 1949 Bristol 401. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Honda CRX, 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, 1949 Bristol 401 (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Honda CRX. (141 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1949 Bristol 401 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Honda CRX.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Bristol 401 | 1994 Honda CRX | |
Make | Bristol | Honda |
Model | 401 | CRX |
Year Released | 1949 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 125 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 141 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2380 mm |