1955 Bristol 403 vs. 2007 Tata Indica
To start off, 2007 Tata Indica is newer by 52 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 17 more horse power than 2007 Tata Indica. (70 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Bristol 403 should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Indica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Bristol 403 weights approximately 180 kg more than 2007 Tata Indica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1955 Bristol 403 (146 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Tata Indica. (135 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1955 Bristol 403 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Tata Indica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Bristol 403 | 2007 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Bristol | Tata |
| Model | 403 | Indica |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2007 |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1401 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2410 mm |
