1957 Bristol 405 vs. 1989 Fiat Uno
To start off, 1989 Fiat Uno is newer by 32 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 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 43 more horse power than 1989 Fiat Uno. (57 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Bristol 405 should accelerate faster than 1989 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Bristol 405 weights approximately 425 kg more than 1989 Fiat Uno. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 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 1957 Bristol 405. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Fiat Uno, 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, 1957 Bristol 405 (152 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Fiat Uno. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1957 Bristol 405 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Bristol 405 | 1989 Fiat Uno | |
| Make | Bristol | Fiat |
| Model | 405 | Uno |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1114 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2370 mm |
