1956 Bristol 405 vs. 1994 Fiat Punto
To start off, 1994 Fiat Punto is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Bristol 405. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Bristol 405 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Bristol 405 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Fiat Punto (136 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1956 Bristol 405. (101 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Fiat Punto should accelerate faster than 1956 Bristol 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Bristol 405 weights approximately 240 kg more than 1994 Fiat Punto.
Because 1956 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 1956 Bristol 405. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Fiat Punto (153 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Bristol 405. (152 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1994 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Bristol 405.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Bristol 405 | 1994 Fiat Punto | |
| Make | Bristol | Fiat |
| Model | 405 | Punto |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1372 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| 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 | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 50 L |
