1953 Bristol 403 vs. 2012 Nissan Juke
To start off, 2012 Nissan Juke is newer by 59 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, 2012 Nissan Juke (188 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1953 Bristol 403. (86 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Juke should accelerate faster than 1953 Bristol 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Juke weights approximately 117 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 2012 Nissan Juke is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Bristol 403. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Juke will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Nissan Juke (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Bristol 403. (146 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Juke will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Bristol 403.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Bristol 403 | 2012 Nissan Juke | |
| Make | Bristol | Nissan |
| Model | 403 | Juke |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2012 |
| 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 | 188 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1342 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4125 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1765 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 50 L |
