1958 Bristol 406 vs. 2008 Honda Fit
To start off, 2008 Honda Fit is newer by 50 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 21 more horse power than 2008 Honda Fit. (109 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Bristol 406 should accelerate faster than 2008 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Fit weights approximately 60 kg more than 1958 Bristol 406.
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, 2008 Honda Fit, 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 (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Honda Fit. (142 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1958 Bristol 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Honda Fit. 2008 Honda Fit has automatic transmission and 1958 Bristol 406 has manual transmission. 1958 Bristol 406 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Honda Fit will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Bristol 406 | 2008 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Bristol | Honda |
| Model | 406 | Fit |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 41 L |
