1960 Bristol 406 vs. 1991 Fiat Tipo
To start off, 1991 Fiat Tipo is newer by 31 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, 1991 Fiat Tipo (145 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1960 Bristol 406. (91 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Fiat Tipo should accelerate faster than 1960 Bristol 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Bristol 406 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1991 Fiat Tipo.
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, 1991 Fiat Tipo, 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 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Fiat Tipo. (173 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1960 Bristol 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Fiat Tipo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Bristol 406 | 1991 Fiat Tipo | |
| Make | Bristol | Fiat |
| Model | 406 | Tipo |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2215 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.7 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.6 mm | 90 mm |
| 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 | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 52 L |
