1954 Bristol 403 vs. 2010 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2010 Tata Indigo is newer by 56 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, 1954 Bristol 403 (86 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2010 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Bristol 403 should accelerate faster than 2010 Tata Indigo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Bristol 403 weights approximately 85 kg more than 2010 Tata Indigo. 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, 2010 Tata Indigo, 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, 1954 Bristol 403 (146 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1954 Bristol 403 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Bristol 403 | 2010 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Bristol | Tata |
| Model | 403 | Indigo |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2460 mm |
