1951 Bristol 450 vs. 2007 Honda Civic
To start off, 2007 Honda Civic is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Bristol 450. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Bristol 450 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Bristol 450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Bristol 450 (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 2007 Honda Civic. (140 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Bristol 450 should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Civic weights approximately 788 kg more than 1951 Bristol 450.
Because 2007 Honda Civic is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Bristol 450. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Civic 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Bristol 450 | 2007 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Bristol | Honda |
| Model | 450 | Civic |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 140 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1518 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 50 L |
