1976 Bristol 603 vs. 1992 Daihatsu Feroza
To start off, 1992 Daihatsu Feroza is newer by 16 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 50 more horse power than 1992 Daihatsu Feroza. (95 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Bristol 603 should accelerate faster than 1992 Daihatsu Feroza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Bristol 603 weights approximately 660 kg more than 1992 Daihatsu Feroza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Daihatsu Feroza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Bristol 603. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Daihatsu Feroza will offer significantly more control. 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 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Daihatsu Feroza. (129 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1976 Bristol 603 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Daihatsu Feroza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Bristol 603 | 1992 Daihatsu Feroza | |
| Make | Bristol | Daihatsu |
| Model | 603 | Feroza |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 60 L |
