1961 Bristol 406 vs. 2000 Dodge Neon
To start off, 2000 Dodge Neon is newer by 39 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, 2000 Dodge Neon (130 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1961 Bristol 406. (92 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Dodge Neon should accelerate faster than 1961 Bristol 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Bristol 406 weights approximately 99 kg more than 2000 Dodge Neon.
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, 2000 Dodge Neon, 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, 2000 Dodge Neon (177 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Bristol 406. (174 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Dodge Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Bristol 406.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Bristol 406 | 2000 Dodge Neon | |
| Make | Bristol | Dodge |
| Model | 406 | Neon |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.7 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.6 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 1161 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 47 L |
