1976 Bristol 603 vs. 1995 Lancia Delta
To start off, 1995 Lancia Delta is newer by 19 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 71 more horse power than 1995 Lancia Delta. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Bristol 603 should accelerate faster than 1995 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Bristol 603 weights approximately 665 kg more than 1995 Lancia Delta. 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 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Lancia Delta. (125 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Bristol 603 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Bristol 603 | 1995 Lancia Delta | |
| Make | Bristol | Lancia |
| Model | 603 | Delta |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2550 mm |
