1976 Bristol 603 vs. 1983 Toyota Corsa
To start off, 1983 Toyota Corsa is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Bristol 603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Bristol 603 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 77 more horse power than 1983 Toyota Corsa. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Bristol 603 should accelerate faster than 1983 Toyota Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Bristol 603 weights approximately 970 kg more than 1983 Toyota Corsa. 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 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Toyota Corsa. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1976 Bristol 603 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Toyota Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Bristol 603 | 1983 Toyota Corsa | |
| Make | Bristol | Toyota |
| Model | 603 | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 1452 cc |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2510 mm |
