1955 Bristol 403 vs. 1988 Fiat 126
To start off, 1988 Fiat 126 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Bristol 403. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Bristol 403 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Bristol 403 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Bristol 403 (87 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1988 Fiat 126. (26 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Bristol 403 should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Bristol 403 weights approximately 577 kg more than 1988 Fiat 126. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1955 Bristol 403 (146 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat 126. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1955 Bristol 403 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Bristol 403 | 1988 Fiat 126 | |
| Make | Bristol | Fiat |
| Model | 403 | 126 |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 703 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 648 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 1850 mm |
