1960 Bristol 406 vs. 1997 Mazda 121
To start off, 1997 Mazda 121 is newer by 37 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, 1960 Bristol 406 (91 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1997 Mazda 121. (74 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Bristol 406 should accelerate faster than 1997 Mazda 121. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Bristol 406 weights approximately 269 kg more than 1997 Mazda 121. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1997 Mazda 121, 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 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mazda 121. (111 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1960 Bristol 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mazda 121.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Bristol 406 | 1997 Mazda 121 | |
| Make | Bristol | Mazda |
| Model | 406 | 121 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2215 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.7 mm | 71 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.6 mm | 83.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 991 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2460 mm |
