1960 Bristol 406 vs. 2007 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2007 Fiat Panda is newer by 47 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 32 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Bristol 406 should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Bristol 406 weights approximately 295 kg more than 2007 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Bristol 406. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1960 Bristol 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Bristol 406 | 2007 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Bristol | Fiat |
| Model | 406 | Panda |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2007 |
| 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 | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.7 mm | 70.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.6 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 3580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 30 L |
