1959 Bristol 406 vs. 2009 Hyundai i10
To start off, 2009 Hyundai i10 is newer by 50 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 25 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai i10. (66 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Bristol 406 should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai i10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Bristol 406 weights approximately 266 kg more than 2009 Hyundai i10. 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, 2009 Hyundai i10, 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 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai i10. (99 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1959 Bristol 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai i10.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Bristol 406 | 2009 Hyundai i10 | |
Make | Bristol | Hyundai |
Model | 406 | i10 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2216 cc | 1086 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 99 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68.7 mm | 67.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.6 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1266 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2390 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 35 L |