1953 Bristol 403 vs. 1995 Plymouth Neon
To start off, 1995 Plymouth Neon 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Plymouth Neon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Plymouth Neon (131 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1953 Bristol 403. (86 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Plymouth Neon should accelerate faster than 1953 Bristol 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Bristol 403 weights approximately 116 kg more than 1995 Plymouth Neon.
Because 1953 Bristol 403 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1953 Bristol 403. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Plymouth Neon, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1995 Plymouth Neon (174 Nm @ 4950 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Bristol 403. (146 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Plymouth Neon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Bristol 403.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Bristol 403 | 1995 Plymouth Neon | |
| Make | Bristol | Plymouth |
| Model | 403 | Neon |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 131 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1109 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 79 L |
