1998 Bristol Blenheim vs. 1959 Fiat 1500
To start off, 1998 Bristol Blenheim is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Bristol Blenheim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Bristol Blenheim (351 HP) has 271 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1500. (80 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 750 kg more than 1959 Fiat 1500. 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, 1998 Bristol Blenheim (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 396 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1500. (104 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1500. 1998 Bristol Blenheim has automatic transmission and 1959 Fiat 1500 has manual transmission. 1959 Fiat 1500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Bristol Blenheim will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Bristol Blenheim | 1959 Fiat 1500 | |
Make | Bristol | Fiat |
Model | Blenheim | 1500 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5898 cc | 1490 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 351 HP | 80 HP |
Torque | 500 Nm | 104 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.7:1 |
Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 169 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2350 mm |