1953 Bristol 403 vs. 1996 Fiat Marea
To start off, 1996 Fiat Marea is newer by 43 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 (5 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Marea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Marea (145 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1953 Bristol 403. (86 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Marea should accelerate faster than 1953 Bristol 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Marea weights approximately 30 kg more than 1953 Bristol 403. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1996 Fiat Marea, 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, 1996 Fiat Marea (186 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Bristol 403. (146 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Marea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Bristol 403.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Bristol 403 | 1996 Fiat Marea | |
| Make | Bristol | Fiat |
| Model | 403 | Marea |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 75.7 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 164 km/hour | 206 km/hour |
| 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 | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 63 L |
