1960 Bristol 406 vs. 1984 Seat Ronda
To start off, 1984 Seat Ronda is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Bristol 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Bristol 406 would be higher. At 2,215 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Bristol 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Seat Ronda (118 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1960 Bristol 406. (91 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Seat Ronda should accelerate faster than 1960 Bristol 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Bristol 406 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1984 Seat Ronda.
Because 1960 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 1960 Bristol 406. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Seat Ronda, 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, 1960 Bristol 406 (174 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Seat Ronda. (172 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1960 Bristol 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Seat Ronda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Bristol 406 | 1984 Seat Ronda | |
| Make | Bristol | Seat |
| Model | 406 | Ronda |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2215 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2460 mm |
