1954 Bristol 403 vs. 1971 Renault 15
To start off, 1971 Renault 15 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Bristol 403. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Bristol 403 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Bristol 403 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Renault 15 (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1954 Bristol 403. (86 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Renault 15 should accelerate faster than 1954 Bristol 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Bristol 403 weights approximately 205 kg more than 1971 Renault 15.
Let's talk about torque, 1954 Bristol 403 (146 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Renault 15. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1954 Bristol 403 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Renault 15.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Bristol 403 | 1971 Renault 15 | |
| Make | Bristol | Renault |
| Model | 403 | 15 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1565 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1020 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2440 mm |
