1950 Bristol 401 vs. 2000 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2000 Mazda Tribute is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Bristol 401. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Bristol 401 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mazda Tribute (129 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1950 Bristol 401. (72 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1950 Bristol 401. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 200 kg more than 1950 Bristol 401. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Mazda Tribute is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Bristol 401. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Mazda Tribute 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, 2000 Mazda Tribute (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Bristol 401. (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Bristol 401.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Bristol 401 | 2000 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Bristol | Mazda |
| Model | 401 | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 84.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2610 mm |
