1949 Bristol 402 vs. 2009 Honda HR-V
To start off, 2009 Honda HR-V is newer by 60 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, 2009 Honda HR-V (104 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1949 Bristol 402. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 1949 Bristol 402. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda HR-V weights approximately 32 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 2009 Honda HR-V 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, 2009 Honda HR-V 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 10 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda HR-V. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1949 Bristol 402 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Bristol 402 | 2009 Honda HR-V | |
Make | Bristol | Honda |
Model | 402 | HR-V |
Year Released | 1949 | 2009 |
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 | 85 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1257 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2460 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 55 L |