1996 Bristol Blenheim vs. 1961 Fiat 1100
To start off, 1996 Bristol Blenheim is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Bristol Blenheim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Bristol Blenheim (228 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 1100. (43 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 875 kg more than 1961 Fiat 1100. 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, 1996 Bristol Blenheim (441 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 368 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 1100. 1996 Bristol Blenheim has automatic transmission and 1961 Fiat 1100 has manual transmission. 1961 Fiat 1100 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Bristol Blenheim will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Bristol Blenheim | 1961 Fiat 1100 | |
Make | Bristol | Fiat |
Model | Blenheim | 1100 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 1089 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 73 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1745 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2340 mm |