1958 Bristol 406 vs. 2006 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2006 Kia Sportage is newer by 48 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, 2006 Kia Sportage (110 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1958 Bristol 406. (91 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1958 Bristol 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Sportage weights approximately 740 kg more than 1958 Bristol 406. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Kia Sportage is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Bristol 406. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Kia Sportage will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Kia Sportage (251 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Bristol 406. (174 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Bristol 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Bristol 406 | 2006 Kia Sportage | |
| Make | Bristol | Kia |
| Model | 406 | Sportage |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.7 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.6 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 17.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 58 L |
