1953 Bristol 404 vs. 1967 Fiat Dino
To start off, 1967 Fiat Dino is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Bristol 404. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Bristol 404 would be higher. At 1,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Fiat Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Fiat Dino (160 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1953 Bristol 404. (91 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Fiat Dino should accelerate faster than 1953 Bristol 404. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Fiat Dino weights approximately 140 kg more than 1953 Bristol 404. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1967 Fiat Dino (172 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Bristol 404. (152 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1967 Fiat Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Bristol 404.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Bristol 404 | 1967 Fiat Dino | |
| Make | Bristol | Fiat |
| Model | 404 | Dino |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 57 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 204 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 65 L |
