1961 Bristol 406 vs. 1988 Fiat Tipo
To start off, 1988 Fiat Tipo is newer by 27 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 20 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Bristol 406 should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Tipo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Bristol 406 weights approximately 315 kg more than 1988 Fiat Tipo. 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, 1988 Fiat Tipo, 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 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (109 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1961 Bristol 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Tipo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Bristol 406 | 1988 Fiat Tipo | |
| Make | Bristol | Fiat |
| Model | 406 | Tipo |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 1372 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.7 mm | 80.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.6 mm | 67.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 945 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2660 mm |
