1996 Alfa Romeo 145 vs. 1958 Bristol 406
To start off, 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Bristol 406. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Bristol 406 would be higher. At 2,216 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Bristol 406 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Bristol 406 (130 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (102 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Bristol 406 should accelerate faster than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1958 Bristol 406.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Bristol 406 (180 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145. (124 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1958 Bristol 406 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Alfa Romeo 145.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Alfa Romeo 145 | 1958 Bristol 406 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Bristol |
| Model | 145 | 406 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 2216 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 124 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1135 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2900 mm |
