2004 Bristol Fighter vs. 1961 Fiat Cabriolet
To start off, 2004 Bristol Fighter is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat Cabriolet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat Cabriolet would be higher. At 7,994 cc (10 cylinders), 2004 Bristol Fighter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Bristol Fighter (660 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 560 more horse power than 1961 Fiat Cabriolet. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bristol Fighter should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat Cabriolet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Bristol Fighter weights approximately 574 kg more than 1961 Fiat Cabriolet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Bristol Fighter (787 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 652 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat Cabriolet. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Bristol Fighter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat Cabriolet.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Bristol Fighter | 1961 Fiat Cabriolet | |
| Make | Bristol | Fiat |
| Model | Fighter | Cabriolet |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7994 cc | 1585 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 660 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 787 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.6 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2350 mm |
