1961 Bristol 406 vs. 2001 Honda City
To start off, 2001 Honda City is newer by 40 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, 2001 Honda City (94 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1961 Bristol 406. (92 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda City should accelerate faster than 1961 Bristol 406. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Bristol 406 weights approximately 320 kg more than 2001 Honda City.
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, 2001 Honda City, 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 53 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda City. (121 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1961 Bristol 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda City.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Bristol 406 | 2001 Honda City | |
Make | Bristol | Honda |
Model | 406 | City |
Year Released | 1961 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2216 cc | 1343 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 92 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 121 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4980 mm | 4230 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2510 mm |