1953 Bristol 403 vs. 1974 Simca 1301
To start off, 1974 Simca 1301 is newer by 21 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 35 more horse power than 1974 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Bristol 403 should accelerate faster than 1974 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Bristol 403 weights approximately 211 kg more than 1974 Simca 1301. 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 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1953 Bristol 403 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Bristol 403 | 1974 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Bristol | Simca |
| Model | 403 | 1301 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2530 mm |
