1976 Bristol 603 vs. 1971 Seat 124
To start off, 1976 Bristol 603 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Seat 124 would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Bristol 603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Bristol 603 (145 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1971 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Bristol 603 should accelerate faster than 1971 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Bristol 603 weights approximately 855 kg more than 1971 Seat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Bristol 603 (333 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1976 Bristol 603 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Bristol 603 | 1971 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Bristol | Seat |
| Model | 603 | 124 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2430 mm |
