1959 Bristol 406 vs. 1971 Simca 1301
To start off, 1971 Simca 1301 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Bristol 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Bristol 406 would be higher. At 2,216 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Bristol 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Bristol 406 (91 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1971 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Bristol 406 should accelerate faster than 1971 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Bristol 406 weights approximately 226 kg more than 1971 Simca 1301. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1959 Bristol 406 (174 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1959 Bristol 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Bristol 406 | 1971 Simca 1301 | |
Make | Bristol | Simca |
Model | 406 | 1301 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2216 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68.7 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.6 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2530 mm |