1953 Bristol 403 vs. 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 42 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, 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1953 Bristol 403. (86 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1953 Bristol 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Bristol 403 weights approximately 190 kg more than 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Let's talk about torque, 1953 Bristol 403 (146 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1953 Bristol 403 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Bristol 403 | 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Bristol | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 403 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1480 mm |
