1957 Bristol 405 vs. 1955 Fiat 1900
To start off, 1957 Bristol 405 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Fiat 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Fiat 1900 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Bristol 405 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Bristol 405 (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1955 Fiat 1900. (79 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Bristol 405 should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Bristol 405 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1955 Fiat 1900. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Bristol 405 | 1955 Fiat 1900 | |
| Make | Bristol | Fiat |
| Model | 405 | 1900 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2660 mm |
