1999 Acura Integra vs. 1952 Bristol 401
To start off, 1999 Acura Integra is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Bristol 401. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Bristol 401 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Bristol 401 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Acura Integra (138 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1952 Bristol 401. (72 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Acura Integra should accelerate faster than 1952 Bristol 401. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Bristol 401 weights approximately 55 kg more than 1999 Acura Integra.
Because 1952 Bristol 401 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 1952 Bristol 401. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Acura Integra, 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, 1999 Acura Integra (172 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Bristol 401. (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Acura Integra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Bristol 401. 1999 Acura Integra has automatic transmission and 1952 Bristol 401 has manual transmission. 1952 Bristol 401 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Acura Integra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Acura Integra | 1952 Bristol 401 | |
| Make | Acura | Bristol |
| Model | Integra | 401 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2900 mm |
