1976 Bristol 603 vs. 2007 Kia Rondo
To start off, 2007 Kia Rondo is newer by 31 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, 2007 Kia Rondo (182 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1976 Bristol 603. (145 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Kia Rondo should accelerate faster than 1976 Bristol 603.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Bristol 603 (333 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Rondo. (248 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Bristol 603 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Rondo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Bristol 603 | 2007 Kia Rondo | |
| Make | Bristol | Kia |
| Model | 603 | Rondo |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 2656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 60 L |
