2006 Alfa Romeo 166 vs. 1950 Bristol 401
To start off, 2006 Alfa Romeo 166 is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Bristol 401. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Bristol 401 would be higher. At 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Alfa Romeo 166 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alfa Romeo 166 (236 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1950 Bristol 401. (72 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alfa Romeo 166 should accelerate faster than 1950 Bristol 401. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Alfa Romeo 166 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1950 Bristol 401. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1950 Bristol 401 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1950 Bristol 401. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Alfa Romeo 166, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2006 Alfa Romeo 166 (289 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Bristol 401. (145 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Alfa Romeo 166 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Bristol 401.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Alfa Romeo 166 | 1950 Bristol 401 | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Bristol |
| Model | 166 | 401 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 236 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 289 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 66 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2900 mm |
