1953 Bristol 403 vs. 1971 Seat 124
To start off, 1971 Seat 124 is newer by 18 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 22 more horse power than 1971 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Bristol 403 should accelerate faster than 1971 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Bristol 403 weights approximately 295 kg more than 1971 Seat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1953 Bristol 403 (146 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1953 Bristol 403 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Bristol 403 | 1971 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Bristol | Seat |
| Model | 403 | 124 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2430 mm |
