2004 Bristol Fighter vs. 1974 Fiat 131
To start off, 2004 Bristol Fighter is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 131 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 585 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 131. (75 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bristol Fighter should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Bristol Fighter weights approximately 565 kg more than 1974 Fiat 131. 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 663 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 131. (124 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Bristol Fighter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Bristol Fighter | 1974 Fiat 131 | |
| Make | Bristol | Fiat |
| Model | Fighter | 131 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1974 |
| 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 | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 787 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2500 mm |
