1958 Bristol 406 vs. 2011 Citroen C1
To start off, 2011 Citroen C1 is newer by 53 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 (91 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2011 Citroen C1. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Bristol 406 should accelerate faster than 2011 Citroen C1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Citroen C1 weights approximately 212 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, 2011 Citroen C1, 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 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Citroen C1. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1958 Bristol 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Citroen C1.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Bristol 406 | 2011 Citroen C1 | |
Make | Bristol | Citroen |
Model | 406 | C1 |
Year Released | 1958 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2216 cc | 996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 23.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1472 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 35 L |