1957 Bristol 405 vs. 1966 Fiat Coupe
To start off, 1966 Fiat Coupe is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Bristol 405. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Bristol 405 would be higher. At 2,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Fiat Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Fiat Coupe (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1957 Bristol 405. (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 1957 Bristol 405. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Bristol 405 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1966 Fiat Coupe.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Fiat Coupe (201 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Bristol 405. (152 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1966 Fiat Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Bristol 405.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Bristol 405 | 1966 Fiat Coupe | |
| Make | Bristol | Fiat |
| Model | 405 | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2279 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 201 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |
