1951 Bristol 401 vs. 1990 Toyota Blizzard
To start off, 1990 Toyota Blizzard is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Bristol 401. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Bristol 401 would be higher. At 2,446 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Toyota Blizzard is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Toyota Blizzard (76 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1951 Bristol 401. (72 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Toyota Blizzard should accelerate faster than 1951 Bristol 401. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Toyota Blizzard weights approximately 125 kg more than 1951 Bristol 401. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1990 Toyota Blizzard is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Bristol 401. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Toyota Blizzard 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, 1990 Toyota Blizzard (167 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Bristol 401. (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Toyota Blizzard will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Bristol 401.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Bristol 401 | 1990 Toyota Blizzard | |
| Make | Bristol | Toyota |
| Model | 401 | Blizzard |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2210 mm |
