1963 Abarth 750 vs. 2003 Bristol Fighter
To start off, 2003 Bristol Fighter is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 7,994 cc (10 cylinders), 2003 Bristol Fighter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Bristol Fighter (518 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 475 more horse power than 1963 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bristol Fighter should accelerate faster than 1963 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Bristol Fighter weights approximately 940 kg more than 1963 Abarth 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Bristol Fighter (714 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 657 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Abarth 750. (57 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Bristol Fighter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Abarth 750 | 2003 Bristol Fighter | |
| Make | Abarth | Bristol |
| Model | 750 | Fighter |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 7994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 518 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 714 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 105 L |
