1959 Bristol 406 vs. 2004 Kia Sportage
To start off, 2004 Kia Sportage is newer by 45 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, 2004 Kia Sportage (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1959 Bristol 406. (91 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Kia Sportage should accelerate faster than 1959 Bristol 406.
Because 2004 Kia Sportage 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, 2004 Kia Sportage 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, 2004 Kia Sportage (180 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Bristol 406. (174 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Kia Sportage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Bristol 406.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Bristol 406 | 2004 Kia Sportage | |
Make | Bristol | Kia |
Model | 406 | Sportage |
Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2216 cc | 1975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 180 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68.7 mm | 85.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.6 mm | 88 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 58 L |