1954 Bristol 403 vs. 2005 Seat Alhambra
To start off, 2005 Seat Alhambra is newer by 51 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, 2005 Seat Alhambra (108 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1954 Bristol 403. (86 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Seat Alhambra should accelerate faster than 1954 Bristol 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Seat Alhambra weights approximately 431 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 2005 Seat Alhambra 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, 2005 Seat Alhambra 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, 2005 Seat Alhambra (320 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Bristol 403. (146 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Seat Alhambra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Bristol 403.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Bristol 403 | 2005 Seat Alhambra | |
| Make | Bristol | Seat |
| Model | 403 | Alhambra |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1656 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2850 mm |
