1975 Abarth 124 vs. 1953 Bristol 403
To start off, 1975 Abarth 124 is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Bristol 403. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Bristol 403 would be higher. At 1,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Bristol 403 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Abarth 124 (126 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1953 Bristol 403. (86 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Abarth 124 should accelerate faster than 1953 Bristol 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Bristol 403 weights approximately 355 kg more than 1975 Abarth 124.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Abarth 124 (157 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Bristol 403. (146 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1975 Abarth 124 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Bristol 403.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Abarth 124 | 1953 Bristol 403 | |
| Make | Abarth | Bristol |
| Model | 124 | 403 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1755 cc | 1969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1225 kg |
