1953 Bristol 404 vs. 1996 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1996 Toyota Carina 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, 1996 Toyota Carina (106 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1953 Bristol 404. (91 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1953 Bristol 404. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Toyota Carina weights approximately 95 kg more than 1953 Bristol 404. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 Bristol 404 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1953 Bristol 404. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Toyota Carina, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 Toyota Carina (156 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Bristol 404. (152 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1996 Toyota Carina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Bristol 404.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Bristol 404 | 1996 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Bristol | Toyota |
| Model | 404 | Carina |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1762 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 85.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2590 mm |
