2003 Bristol Fighter vs. 2013 Kia Forte
To start off, 2013 Kia Forte is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Bristol Fighter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Bristol Fighter 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 364 more horse power than 2013 Kia Forte. (154 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Bristol Fighter should accelerate faster than 2013 Kia Forte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Bristol Fighter weights approximately 237 kg more than 2013 Kia Forte. 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, 2013 Kia Forte, 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 519 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Kia Forte. (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2003 Bristol Fighter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Kia Forte.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Bristol Fighter | 2013 Kia Forte | |
| Make | Bristol | Kia |
| Model | Fighter | Forte |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7994 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 518 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 714 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1238 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 52 L |
