1958 Bristol 406 vs. 2012 Honda Insight
To start off, 2012 Honda Insight is newer by 54 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, 2012 Honda Insight (98 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1958 Bristol 406. (91 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Insight should accelerate faster than 1958 Bristol 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Bristol 406 weights approximately 14 kg more than 2012 Honda Insight.
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, 2012 Honda Insight, 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 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Insight. (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 1958 Bristol 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Bristol 406 | 2012 Honda Insight | |
Make | Bristol | Honda |
Model | 406 | Insight |
Year Released | 1958 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2216 cc | 1300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 98 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1246 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4376 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1427 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2550 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 40 L |