1961 Bristol 406 vs. 1998 Honda Civic
To start off, 1998 Honda Civic is newer by 37 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, 1998 Honda Civic (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1961 Bristol 406. (92 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1961 Bristol 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Bristol 406 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1998 Honda Civic.
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, 1998 Honda Civic, 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 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Civic. (140 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1961 Bristol 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Bristol 406 | 1998 Honda Civic | |
Make | Bristol | Honda |
Model | 406 | Civic |
Year Released | 1961 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2216 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 92 HP | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1350 mm |