1952 Bristol 401 vs. 1973 Mazda 929
To start off, 1973 Mazda 929 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Bristol 401. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Bristol 401 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Bristol 401 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mazda 929 (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1952 Bristol 401. (72 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mazda 929 should accelerate faster than 1952 Bristol 401. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Bristol 401 weights approximately 155 kg more than 1973 Mazda 929.
Let's talk about torque, 1952 Bristol 401 (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1952 Bristol 401 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Bristol 401 | 1973 Mazda 929 | |
| Make | Bristol | Mazda |
| Model | 401 | 929 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2520 mm |
