1954 Bristol 405 vs. 2000 Fiat Punto
To start off, 2000 Fiat Punto is newer by 46 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, 2000 Fiat Punto (129 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1954 Bristol 405. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1954 Bristol 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Bristol 405 weights approximately 170 kg more than 2000 Fiat Punto.
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, 2000 Fiat Punto, 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, 2000 Fiat Punto (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Bristol 405. (152 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2000 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Bristol 405.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Bristol 405 | 2000 Fiat Punto | |
| Make | Bristol | Fiat |
| Model | 405 | Punto |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1970 cc | 1747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 57 L |
