2003 Bristol Fighter vs. 1981 Renault 9
To start off, 2003 Bristol Fighter is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Renault 9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Renault 9 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 464 more horse power than 1981 Renault 9. (54 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bristol Fighter should accelerate faster than 1981 Renault 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Bristol Fighter weights approximately 560 kg more than 1981 Renault 9. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 Bristol Fighter (714 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 610 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Renault 9. (104 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 2003 Bristol Fighter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Renault 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Bristol Fighter | 1981 Renault 9 | |
| Make | Bristol | Renault |
| Model | Fighter | 9 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7994 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 518 HP | 54 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 714 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 22.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 915 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 38 L |
