1976 Bristol 603 vs. 1973 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1976 Bristol 603 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Publica 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 82 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Bristol 603 should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Bristol 603 weights approximately 1030 kg more than 1973 Toyota Publica. 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 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1976 Bristol 603 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Bristol 603 | 1973 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Bristol | Toyota |
| Model | 603 | Publica |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 1165 cc |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2270 mm |
