2004 Bristol Fighter vs. 1981 Fiat Campagnola
To start off, 2004 Bristol Fighter is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Fiat Campagnola 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 (525 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 446 more horse power than 1981 Fiat Campagnola. (79 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bristol Fighter should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 134 kg more than 2004 Bristol Fighter.
Because 1981 Fiat Campagnola is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Bristol Fighter. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Fiat Campagnola will offer significantly more control. 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 (714 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 563 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat Campagnola. (151 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Bristol Fighter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat Campagnola.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Bristol Fighter | 1981 Fiat Campagnola | |
| Make | Bristol | Fiat |
| Model | Fighter | Campagnola |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7994 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 525 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 714 Nm | 151 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1960 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 57 L |
