1953 Bristol 403 vs. 1999 Honda Odyssey
To start off, 1999 Honda Odyssey is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Bristol 403. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Bristol 403 would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Honda Odyssey is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Odyssey (238 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1953 Bristol 403. (86 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Odyssey should accelerate faster than 1953 Bristol 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Odyssey weights approximately 731 kg more than 1953 Bristol 403. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Honda Odyssey is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Bristol 403. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Honda Odyssey 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, 1999 Honda Odyssey (328 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Bristol 403. (146 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Honda Odyssey will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Bristol 403. 1999 Honda Odyssey has automatic transmission and 1953 Bristol 403 has manual transmission. 1953 Bristol 403 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Honda Odyssey will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Bristol 403 | 1999 Honda Odyssey | |
| Make | Bristol | Honda |
| Model | 403 | Odyssey |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 3471 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1956 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 3010 mm |
