1980 Austin Marina vs. 2004 Bristol Fighter
To start off, 2004 Bristol Fighter is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Austin Marina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Austin Marina would be higher. At 7,994 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Bristol Fighter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Bristol Fighter (660 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 601 more horse power than 1980 Austin Marina. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bristol Fighter should accelerate faster than 1980 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Bristol Fighter weights approximately 660 kg more than 1980 Austin Marina. 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, 2004 Bristol Fighter (787 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 684 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Austin Marina. (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Bristol Fighter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Austin Marina.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Austin Marina | 2004 Bristol Fighter | |
Make | Austin | Bristol |
Model | Marina | Fighter |
Year Released | 1980 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 7994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 660 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5900 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 787 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 98.6 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2760 mm |