1958 Bristol 406 vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 1981 Renault 9 is newer by 23 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 (130 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (85 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Bristol 406 should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Bristol 406 weights approximately 214 kg more than 1981 Renault 9. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Bristol 406 (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (139 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1958 Bristol 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Bristol 406 | 1981 Renault 9 | |
| Make | Bristol | Renault |
| Model | 406 | 9 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 1721 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 139 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.7 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.6 mm | 83.5 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2490 mm |
