1953 Bristol 404 vs. 1997 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 1997 Subaru Impreza is newer by 44 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 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Bristol 404 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Bristol 404 (91 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1997 Subaru Impreza. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Bristol 404 should accelerate faster than 1997 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 104 kg more than 1953 Bristol 404.
Because 1997 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Bristol 404. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Subaru Impreza 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, 1953 Bristol 404 (152 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Subaru Impreza. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1953 Bristol 404 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Subaru Impreza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Bristol 404 | 1997 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Bristol | Subaru |
| Model | 404 | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 128 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1144 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1180 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2530 mm |
