1959 Bristol 406 vs. 2001 Kia Retona
To start off, 2001 Kia Retona is newer by 42 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 1 more horse power than 2001 Kia Retona. (90 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Bristol 406 should accelerate faster than 2001 Kia Retona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Kia Retona weights approximately 604 kg more than 1959 Bristol 406.
Because 2001 Kia Retona 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, 2001 Kia Retona 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, 2001 Kia Retona (205 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Bristol 406. (174 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Kia Retona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Bristol 406.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Bristol 406 | 2001 Kia Retona | |
Make | Bristol | Kia |
Model | 406 | Retona |
Year Released | 1959 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2216 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 90 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1840 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2370 mm |