1964 Abarth 700 vs. 2005 Bristol Fighter
To start off, 2005 Bristol Fighter is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Abarth 700 would be higher. At 7,992 cc (10 cylinders), 2005 Bristol Fighter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Bristol Fighter (518 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 455 more horse power than 1964 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Bristol Fighter should accelerate faster than 1964 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Bristol Fighter weights approximately 905 kg more than 1964 Abarth 700. 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, 2005 Bristol Fighter (714 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 645 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Abarth 700. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 2005 Bristol Fighter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Abarth 700 | 2005 Bristol Fighter | |
Make | Abarth | Bristol |
Model | 700 | Fighter |
Year Released | 1964 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 696 cc | 7992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 518 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 714 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
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 | 570 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 105 L |