1999 Bristol Blenheim vs. 1989 Fiat 126
To start off, 1999 Bristol Blenheim is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Bristol Blenheim is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Bristol Blenheim (350 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 324 more horse power than 1989 Fiat 126. (26 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Bristol Blenheim should accelerate faster than 1989 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Bristol Blenheim weights approximately 1095 kg more than 1989 Fiat 126. 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, 1999 Bristol Blenheim (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 451 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Fiat 126. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Bristol Blenheim will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Fiat 126. 1999 Bristol Blenheim has automatic transmission and 1989 Fiat 126 has manual transmission. 1989 Fiat 126 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Bristol Blenheim will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Bristol Blenheim | 1989 Fiat 126 | |
| Make | Bristol | Fiat |
| Model | Blenheim | 126 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 703 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 3110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 1850 mm |
