1955 Bristol 403 vs. 1998 Toyota Carina
To start off, 1998 Toyota Carina is newer by 43 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, 1998 Toyota Carina (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1955 Bristol 403. (87 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Carina should accelerate faster than 1955 Bristol 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Bristol 403 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1998 Toyota Carina.
Because 1955 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 1955 Bristol 403. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Carina, 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, 1955 Bristol 403 (146 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Carina. (136 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1955 Bristol 403 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Bristol 403 | 1998 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Bristol | Toyota |
Model | 403 | Carina |
Year Released | 1955 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 136 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1145 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1420 mm |