1958 Bristol 406 vs. 1996 Fiat Brava
To start off, 1996 Fiat Brava is newer by 38 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, 1996 Fiat Brava (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1958 Bristol 406. (91 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Brava should accelerate faster than 1958 Bristol 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Bristol 406 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1996 Fiat Brava.
Because 1958 Bristol 406 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 1958 Bristol 406. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Brava, 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, 1958 Bristol 406 (174 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Brava. (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1958 Bristol 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Brava.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Bristol 406 | 1996 Fiat Brava | |
| Make | Bristol | Fiat |
| Model | 406 | Brava |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 1579 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.7 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.6 mm | 78.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 63 L |
