1976 Bristol 603 vs. 2006 Kia Picanto
To start off, 2006 Kia Picanto is newer by 30 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 81 more horse power than 2006 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Bristol 603 should accelerate faster than 2006 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Kia Picanto weights approximately 219 kg more than 1976 Bristol 603.
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, 2006 Kia Picanto, 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 234 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Kia Picanto. (99 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1976 Bristol 603 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Kia Picanto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Bristol 603 | 2006 Kia Picanto | |
| Make | Bristol | Kia |
| Model | 603 | Picanto |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 1086 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 99 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 225 km/hour | 154 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 2004 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 35 L |
