1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1955 Bristol 403
To start off, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Bristol 403. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Bristol 403 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Bristol 403 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1955 Bristol 403. (87 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1955 Bristol 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Bristol 403 weights approximately 255 kg more than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33.
Because 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1955 Bristol 403. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 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, 1955 Bristol 403 (146 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. (136 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1955 Bristol 403 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1955 Bristol 403 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Bristol |
Model | 33 | 403 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1971 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2900 mm |