1964 Bristol 408 vs. 2001 Honda Mobilio
To start off, 2001 Honda Mobilio is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Bristol 408. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Bristol 408 would be higher. At 5,130 cc (8 cylinders), 1964 Bristol 408 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Bristol 408 (216 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2001 Honda Mobilio. (89 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Bristol 408 should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Mobilio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Bristol 408 weights approximately 265 kg more than 2001 Honda Mobilio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Honda Mobilio is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Bristol 408. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Honda Mobilio 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, 1964 Bristol 408 (463 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Mobilio. (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1964 Bristol 408 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Mobilio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Bristol 408 | 2001 Honda Mobilio | |
| Make | Bristol | Honda |
| Model | 408 | Mobilio |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5130 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 463 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.6 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 89.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 42 L |
