1961 Bristol 406 vs. 1971 Mazda 110 S
To start off, 1971 Mazda 110 S is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Bristol 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Bristol 406 would be higher. At 2,216 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Bristol 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Mazda 110 S (108 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1961 Bristol 406. (92 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Mazda 110 S should accelerate faster than 1961 Bristol 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Bristol 406 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1971 Mazda 110 S.
Let's talk about torque, 1961 Bristol 406 (174 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mazda 110 S. (142 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1961 Bristol 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mazda 110 S.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Bristol 406 | 1971 Mazda 110 S | |
| Make | Bristol | Mazda |
| Model | 406 | 110 S |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 1964 cc |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2360 mm |
