1949 Bristol 402 vs. 2012 Mazda 2
To start off, 2012 Mazda 2 is newer by 63 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, 2012 Mazda 2 (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1949 Bristol 402. (85 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda 2 should accelerate faster than 1949 Bristol 402. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Bristol 402 weights approximately 179 kg more than 2012 Mazda 2.
Because 1949 Bristol 402 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 402. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mazda 2, 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 402 (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda 2. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1949 Bristol 402 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda 2. 2012 Mazda 2 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. 2012 Mazda 2 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Bristol 402 | 2012 Mazda 2 | |
| Make | Bristol | Mazda |
| Model | 402 | 2 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1046 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1475 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2489 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 43 L |
