1976 Bristol 603 vs. 1976 Fiat 127
To start off, both 1976 Bristol 603 and 1976 Fiat 127 were released in the same year (1976). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 101 more horse power than 1976 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Bristol 603 should accelerate faster than 1976 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Bristol 603 weights approximately 1080 kg more than 1976 Fiat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Bristol 603 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 1976 Bristol 603. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Fiat 127, 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, 1976 Bristol 603 (333 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Fiat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Bristol 603 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Fiat 127. 1976 Bristol 603 has automatic transmission and 1976 Fiat 127 has manual transmission. 1976 Fiat 127 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Bristol 603 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Bristol 603 | 1976 Fiat 127 | |
Make | Bristol | Fiat |
Model | 603 | 127 |
Year Released | 1976 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5210 cc | 903 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 333 Nm | 63 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2230 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 57 L |