1949 Bristol 401 vs. 2010 Toyota Prius
To start off, 2010 Toyota Prius is newer by 61 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, 2010 Toyota Prius (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1949 Bristol 401. (72 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Toyota Prius should accelerate faster than 1949 Bristol 401. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota Prius weights approximately 155 kg more than 1949 Bristol 401. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 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, 1949 Bristol 401 (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Toyota Prius. (142 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1949 Bristol 401 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Bristol 401 | 2010 Toyota Prius | |
Make | Bristol | Toyota |
Model | 401 | Prius |
Year Released | 1949 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1380 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1745 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1491 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2700 mm |