1953 Bristol 403 vs. 1956 Fiat 1900
To start off, 1956 Fiat 1900 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Bristol 403. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Bristol 403 would be higher. At 1,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Bristol 403 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Bristol 403 (86 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1956 Fiat 1900. (79 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Bristol 403 should accelerate faster than 1956 Fiat 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Fiat 1900 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1953 Bristol 403.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Bristol 403 | 1956 Fiat 1900 | |
| Make | Bristol | Fiat |
| Model | 403 | 1900 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2660 mm |
