1961 Bristol 406 vs. 1986 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1986 Lancia Delta is newer by 25 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, 1961 Bristol 406 (92 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1986 Lancia Delta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Bristol 406 should accelerate faster than 1986 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Bristol 406 weights approximately 325 kg more than 1986 Lancia Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 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 1961 Bristol 406. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Lancia Delta, 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, 1961 Bristol 406 (174 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Lancia Delta. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1961 Bristol 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Bristol 406 | 1986 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Bristol | Lancia |
| Model | 406 | Delta |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 1301 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.7 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.6 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2480 mm |
