1949 Bristol 402 vs. 1981 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 1981 Toyota Blizzard is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Bristol 402. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Bristol 402 would be higher. At 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Toyota Blizzard is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Bristol 402 (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Blizzard. (67 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1949 Bristol 402 should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Blizzard. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Toyota Blizzard weights approximately 35 kg more than 1949 Bristol 402.
Because 1981 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 Bristol 402. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Toyota Blizzard 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, 1949 Bristol 402 (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Blizzard. (142 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1949 Bristol 402 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Blizzard.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Bristol 402 | 1981 Toyota Blizzard | |
Make | Bristol | Toyota |
Model | 402 | Blizzard |
Year Released | 1949 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2188 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1260 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1880 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2030 mm |