1953 Bristol 403 vs. 2011 Kia Rio
To start off, 2011 Kia Rio is newer by 58 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, 2011 Kia Rio (110 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1953 Bristol 403. (86 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Kia Rio should accelerate faster than 1953 Bristol 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Bristol 403 weights approximately 97 kg more than 2011 Kia Rio.
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, 2011 Kia Rio, 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, 1953 Bristol 403 (146 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Rio. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1953 Bristol 403 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Rio. 2011 Kia Rio has automatic transmission and 1953 Bristol 403 has manual transmission. 1953 Bristol 403 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Kia Rio will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Bristol 403 | 2011 Kia Rio | |
| Make | Bristol | Kia |
| Model | 403 | Rio |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1128 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4016 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1471 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 45 L |
