1966 Abarth 595 vs. 1993 Bristol Blenheim
To start off, 1993 Bristol Blenheim is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Abarth 595. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Abarth 595 would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Bristol Blenheim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Bristol Blenheim (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1966 Abarth 595. (27 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 1966 Abarth 595. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 1275 kg more than 1966 Abarth 595. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1993 Bristol Blenheim (440 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 395 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Abarth 595. (45 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Abarth 595. 1993 Bristol Blenheim has automatic transmission and 1966 Abarth 595 has manual transmission. 1966 Abarth 595 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Bristol Blenheim will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Abarth 595 | 1993 Bristol Blenheim | |
| Make | Abarth | Bristol |
| Model | 595 | Blenheim |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 594 cc | 5898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 228 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2910 mm |
