1949 Bristol 402 vs. 1996 Honda Step Wagon
To start off, 1996 Honda Step Wagon is newer by 47 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 1,972 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Step Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Step Wagon (123 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1949 Bristol 402. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Step Wagon should accelerate faster than 1949 Bristol 402. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Step Wagon weights approximately 225 kg more than 1949 Bristol 402. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Honda Step Wagon 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, 1996 Honda Step Wagon 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, 1996 Honda Step Wagon (185 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Bristol 402. (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Honda Step Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Bristol 402. 1996 Honda Step Wagon has automatic transmission and 1949 Bristol 402 has manual transmission. 1949 Bristol 402 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Honda Step Wagon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Bristol 402 | 1996 Honda Step Wagon | |
| Make | Bristol | Honda |
| Model | 402 | Step Wagon |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1972 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2810 mm |
