1952 Bristol 401 vs. 1995 Honda Today
To start off, 1995 Honda Today is newer by 43 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, 1952 Bristol 401 (72 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1995 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1952 Bristol 401 should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Bristol 401 weights approximately 515 kg more than 1995 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Bristol 401. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Honda Today 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, 1952 Bristol 401 (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1952 Bristol 401 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Bristol 401 | 1995 Honda Today | |
Make | Bristol | Honda |
Model | 401 | Today |
Year Released | 1952 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1400 mm |