1961 Abarth 1600 vs. 1954 Bristol 405
To start off, 1961 Abarth 1600 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Bristol 405. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Bristol 405 would be higher. At 1,970 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Bristol 405 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Bristol 405 (100 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 1600. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Bristol 405 should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Bristol 405 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1961 Abarth 1600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1954 Bristol 405 (152 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 1600. (138 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1954 Bristol 405 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 1600.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Abarth 1600 | 1954 Bristol 405 | |
Make | Abarth | Bristol |
Model | 1600 | 405 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1970 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 152 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 66 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 72 L |