1953 Bristol 403 vs. 1977 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1977 Toyota Sprinter is newer by 24 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, 1977 Toyota Sprinter (98 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1953 Bristol 403. (86 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Toyota Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1953 Bristol 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Bristol 403 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1977 Toyota Sprinter.
Let's talk about torque, 1953 Bristol 403 (146 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Toyota Sprinter. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 1953 Bristol 403 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Bristol 403 | 1977 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Bristol | Toyota |
| Model | 403 | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2340 mm |
