1958 Bristol 406 vs. 1968 Simca 1301
To start off, 1968 Simca 1301 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Bristol 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Bristol 406 would be higher. At 2,216 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Bristol 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Bristol 406 (91 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1968 Simca 1301. (68 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Bristol 406 should accelerate faster than 1968 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Bristol 406 weights approximately 265 kg more than 1968 Simca 1301. 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, 1958 Bristol 406 (174 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Simca 1301. (124 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1958 Bristol 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Bristol 406 | 1968 Simca 1301 | |
Make | Bristol | Simca |
Model | 406 | 1301 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2216 cc | 1475 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 124 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 60 L |