1956 Bristol 405 vs. 2009 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 53 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, 1956 Bristol 405 (101 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2009 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Bristol 405 should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Bristol 405 weights approximately 275 kg more than 2009 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Bristol 405. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Panda 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, 1956 Bristol 405 (152 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1956 Bristol 405 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Bristol 405 | 2009 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Bristol | Fiat |
| Model | 405 | Panda |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 30 L |
