1958 Bristol 405 vs. 2013 Honda Insight
To start off, 2013 Honda Insight is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Bristol 405. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Bristol 405 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Bristol 405 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Bristol 405 (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2013 Honda Insight. (97 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Bristol 405 should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Honda Insight weights approximately 8 kg more than 1958 Bristol 405.
Because 1958 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 1958 Bristol 405. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Honda Insight, 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, 2013 Honda Insight (167 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Bristol 405. (152 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2013 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Bristol 405.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Bristol 405 | 2013 Honda Insight | |
Make | Bristol | Honda |
Model | 405 | Insight |
Year Released | 1958 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1339 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 97 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1242 kg | 1250 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4377 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 40 L |