1953 Bristol 403 vs. 2004 Mazda Tribute
To start off, 2004 Mazda Tribute is newer by 51 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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mazda Tribute is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mazda Tribute (201 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1953 Bristol 403. (86 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda Tribute should accelerate faster than 1953 Bristol 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda Tribute weights approximately 281 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mazda Tribute (266 Nm) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Bristol 403. (146 Nm). This means 2004 Mazda Tribute will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Bristol 403.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Bristol 403 | 2004 Mazda Tribute | |
| Make | Bristol | Mazda |
| Model | 403 | Tribute |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 266 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1506 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 62 L |
