1982 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 1982 Bristol Brigand
To start off, both 1982 Alfa Romeo Spider and 1982 Bristol Brigand were released in the same year (1982). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Bristol Brigand is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Bristol Brigand weights approximately 758 kg more than 1982 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.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Alfa Romeo Spider | 1982 Bristol Brigand | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Bristol |
Model | Spider | Brigand |
Year Released | 1982 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 5898 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 0 HP |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 90.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1758 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 5010 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2910 mm |