1958 Bristol 406 vs. 1984 Honda Quintet
To start off, 1984 Honda Quintet is newer by 26 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 51 more horse power than 1984 Honda Quintet. (79 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Bristol 406 should accelerate faster than 1984 Honda Quintet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Bristol 406 weights approximately 136 kg more than 1984 Honda Quintet. 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 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Honda Quintet. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1958 Bristol 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Honda Quintet.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Bristol 406 | 1984 Honda Quintet | |
Make | Bristol | Honda |
Model | 406 | Quintet |
Year Released | 1958 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2216 cc | 1602 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 126 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 984 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2370 mm |