1953 Bristol 404 vs. 1996 Honda Today
To start off, 1996 Honda Today is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Bristol 404. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Bristol 404 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Bristol 404 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Bristol 404 (91 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1996 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Bristol 404 should accelerate faster than 1996 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Bristol 404 weights approximately 330 kg more than 1996 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Honda Today is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Bristol 404. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1953 Bristol 404 (152 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1953 Bristol 404 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Bristol 404 | 1996 Honda Today | |
| Make | Bristol | Honda |
| Model | 404 | Today |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1996 |
| 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 | 91 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 57 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1400 mm |
