1955 Bristol 405 vs. 1984 Honda Jazz
To start off, 1984 Honda Jazz is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Bristol 405. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Bristol 405 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Bristol 405 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Bristol 405 (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1984 Honda Jazz. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Bristol 405 should accelerate faster than 1984 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Bristol 405 weights approximately 540 kg more than 1984 Honda Jazz. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1955 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 1955 Bristol 405. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Honda Jazz, 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, 1955 Bristol 405 (152 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Honda Jazz. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1955 Bristol 405 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Bristol 405 | 1984 Honda Jazz | |
| Make | Bristol | Honda |
| Model | 405 | Jazz |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1231 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2230 mm |
