2003 Bristol Fighter vs. 2000 Citroen C3
To start off, 2003 Bristol Fighter is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Citroen C3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Citroen C3 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) has 446 more horse power than 2000 Citroen C3. (72 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bristol Fighter should accelerate faster than 2000 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Bristol Fighter weights approximately 229 kg more than 2000 Citroen C3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Bristol Fighter is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2003 Bristol Fighter. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Citroen C3, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 602 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Citroen C3. (112 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2003 Bristol Fighter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Bristol Fighter | 2000 Citroen C3 | |
| Make | Bristol | Citroen |
| Model | Fighter | C3 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7994 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 518 HP | 72 HP |
| Torque | 714 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1246 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 47 L |
