1954 Bristol 403 vs. 2003 Seat Altea
To start off, 2003 Seat Altea is newer by 49 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, 2003 Seat Altea (138 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1954 Bristol 403. (86 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Seat Altea should accelerate faster than 1954 Bristol 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Seat Altea weights approximately 209 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 1954 Bristol 403 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1954 Bristol 403. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Seat Altea, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2003 Seat Altea (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Bristol 403. (146 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Seat Altea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Bristol 403.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Bristol 403 | 2003 Seat Altea | |
Make | Bristol | Seat |
Model | 403 | Altea |
Year Released | 1954 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 320 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1434 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2470 mm |