1953 Bristol 403 vs. 2001 Honda Mobilio
To start off, 2001 Honda Mobilio is newer by 48 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 1,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Bristol 403 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Mobilio (89 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1953 Bristol 403. (86 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Mobilio should accelerate faster than 1953 Bristol 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Mobilio weights approximately 95 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 2001 Honda Mobilio 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, 2001 Honda Mobilio 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, 1953 Bristol 403 (146 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Mobilio. (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1953 Bristol 403 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Mobilio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Bristol 403 | 2001 Honda Mobilio | |
| Make | Bristol | Honda |
| Model | 403 | Mobilio |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 89.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 42 L |
