1977 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1953 Bristol 403
To start off, 1977 Alfa Romeo Spider is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Bristol 403. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Bristol 403 would be higher. At 1,969 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Bristol 403 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Alfa Romeo Spider (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1953 Bristol 403. (86 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Alfa Romeo Spider should accelerate faster than 1953 Bristol 403. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Bristol 403 weights approximately 245 kg more than 1977 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1953 Bristol 403 (146 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Alfa Romeo Spider. (121 Nm). This means 1953 Bristol 403 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1953 Bristol 403 | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Bristol |
Model | Spider | 403 |
Year Released | 1977 | 1953 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1969 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 146 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 66 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.5 mm | 96 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2900 mm |