2003 Bristol Fighter vs. 2002 Citroen C2
To start off, 2003 Bristol Fighter is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Citroen C2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Citroen C2 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 451 more horse power than 2002 Citroen C2. (67 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bristol Fighter should accelerate faster than 2002 Citroen C2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Bristol Fighter weights approximately 479 kg more than 2002 Citroen C2. 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, 2002 Citroen C2, 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 564 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Citroen C2. (150 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2003 Bristol Fighter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Citroen C2.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Bristol Fighter | 2002 Citroen C2 | |
| Make | Bristol | Citroen |
| Model | Fighter | C2 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7994 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 518 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 714 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| 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 | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2320 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 41 L |
