1959 Bristol 406 vs. 1999 Honda HR-V
To start off, 1999 Honda HR-V is newer by 40 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, 1999 Honda HR-V (104 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1959 Bristol 406. (91 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda HR-V should accelerate faster than 1959 Bristol 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Bristol 406 weights approximately 86 kg more than 1999 Honda HR-V.
Because 1999 Honda HR-V 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, 1999 Honda HR-V 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 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Honda HR-V. (136 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1959 Bristol 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Honda HR-V.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Bristol 406 | 1999 Honda HR-V | |
Make | Bristol | Honda |
Model | 406 | HR-V |
Year Released | 1959 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2216 cc | 1668 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68.7 mm | 75 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 | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 55 L |