1954 Bristol 405 vs. 1973 Honda 145
To start off, 1973 Honda 145 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Bristol 405. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Bristol 405 would be higher. At 1,970 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Bristol 405 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Bristol 405 (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1973 Honda 145. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Bristol 405 should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Bristol 405 weights approximately 320 kg more than 1973 Honda 145. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1954 Bristol 405 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 1954 Bristol 405. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Honda 145, 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, 1954 Bristol 405 (152 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda 145. (123 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1954 Bristol 405 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda 145.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Bristol 405 | 1973 Honda 145 | |
Make | Bristol | Honda |
Model | 405 | 145 |
Year Released | 1954 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1432 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1500 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2260 mm |