1949 Bristol 402 vs. 2003 Daihatsu YRV
To start off, 2003 Daihatsu YRV is newer by 54 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 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Bristol 402 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 85 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Bristol 402 weights approximately 335 kg more than 2003 Daihatsu YRV.
Because 2003 Daihatsu YRV 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, 2003 Daihatsu YRV 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 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu YRV. (120 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1949 Bristol 402 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu YRV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Bristol 402 | 2003 Daihatsu YRV | |
| Make | Bristol | Daihatsu |
| Model | 402 | YRV |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 79.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 36 L |
