1954 Bristol 403 vs. 2000 Seat Salsa
To start off, 2000 Seat Salsa is newer by 46 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 2,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Seat Salsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Seat Salsa (247 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1954 Bristol 403. (86 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Seat Salsa should accelerate faster than 1954 Bristol 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Seat Salsa weights approximately 345 kg more than 1954 Bristol 403. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Seat Salsa is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Bristol 403. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Seat Salsa 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, 2000 Seat Salsa (302 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Bristol 403. (146 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Seat Salsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Bristol 403. 2000 Seat Salsa has automatic transmission and 1954 Bristol 403 has manual transmission. 1954 Bristol 403 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Seat Salsa will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Bristol 403 | 2000 Seat Salsa | |
| Make | Bristol | Seat |
| Model | 403 | Salsa |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 247 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2590 mm |
