1959 Bristol 406 vs. 1978 Renault 4
To start off, 1978 Renault 4 is newer by 19 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 57 more horse power than 1978 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Bristol 406 should accelerate faster than 1978 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Bristol 406 weights approximately 570 kg more than 1978 Renault 4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 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 1959 Bristol 406. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Renault 4, 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, 1959 Bristol 406 (174 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Renault 4. (62 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1959 Bristol 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Bristol 406 | 1978 Renault 4 | |
Make | Bristol | Renault |
Model | 406 | 4 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2216 cc | 956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 62 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 696 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1560 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2410 mm |