1958 Abarth 600 vs. 1993 Bristol Blenheim
To start off, 1993 Bristol Blenheim is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Bristol Blenheim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Bristol Blenheim (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1958 Abarth 600. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 1958 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 1160 kg more than 1958 Abarth 600. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1993 Bristol Blenheim (440 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 386 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Abarth 600. 1993 Bristol Blenheim has automatic transmission and 1958 Abarth 600 has manual transmission. 1958 Abarth 600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Bristol Blenheim will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Abarth 600 | 1993 Bristol Blenheim | |
Make | Abarth | Bristol |
Model | 600 | Blenheim |
Year Released | 1958 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 5898 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1745 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2910 mm |