1959 Bristol 406 vs. 2010 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2010 Kia Cee'd is newer by 51 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, 2010 Kia Cee'd (120 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1959 Bristol 406. (91 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1959 Bristol 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Bristol 406 weights approximately 3 kg more than 2010 Kia Cee'd.
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, 2010 Kia Cee'd, 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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Kia Cee'd. (154 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1959 Bristol 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Kia Cee'd.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Bristol 406 | 2010 Kia Cee'd | |
Make | Bristol | Kia |
Model | 406 | Cee'd |
Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2216 cc | 1591 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68.7 mm | 77.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 99.6 mm | 85.4 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 | 1263 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 53 L |