1959 Bristol 406 vs. 1974 Fiat Campagnola
To start off, 1974 Fiat Campagnola is newer by 15 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 12 more horse power than 1974 Fiat Campagnola. (79 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Bristol 406 should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 344 kg more than 1959 Bristol 406.
Because 1974 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Bristol 406. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 Fiat Campagnola 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, 1959 Bristol 406 (174 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat Campagnola. (151 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1959 Bristol 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Bristol 406 | 1974 Fiat Campagnola | |
| Make | Bristol | Fiat |
| Model | 406 | Campagnola |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.7 mm | 84.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 57 L |
