1959 Bristol 406 vs. 1998 Mazda 121
To start off, 1998 Mazda 121 is newer by 39 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 17 more horse power than 1998 Mazda 121. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Bristol 406 should accelerate faster than 1998 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Bristol 406 weights approximately 275 kg more than 1998 Mazda 121. 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, 1998 Mazda 121, 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 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda 121. (110 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Bristol 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Bristol 406 | 1998 Mazda 121 | |
Make | Bristol | Mazda |
Model | 406 | 121 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2216 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 991 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2460 mm |