1993 Bristol Blenheim vs. 1959 Fiat 1800
To start off, 1993 Bristol Blenheim is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1800 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 153 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1800. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 530 kg more than 1959 Fiat 1800. 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 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1800. (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1800. 1993 Bristol Blenheim has automatic transmission and 1959 Fiat 1800 has manual transmission. 1959 Fiat 1800 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:
1993 Bristol Blenheim | 1959 Fiat 1800 | |
Make | Bristol | Fiat |
Model | Blenheim | 1800 |
Year Released | 1993 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 127 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2650 mm |