2004 Bristol Fighter vs. 1983 Mitsubishi Sigma
To start off, 2004 Bristol Fighter is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Mitsubishi Sigma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Mitsubishi Sigma 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 436 more horse power than 1983 Mitsubishi Sigma. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bristol Fighter should accelerate faster than 1983 Mitsubishi Sigma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Bristol Fighter weights approximately 406 kg more than 1983 Mitsubishi Sigma. 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 (714 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 596 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mitsubishi Sigma. (118 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Bristol Fighter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mitsubishi Sigma.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Bristol Fighter | 1983 Mitsubishi Sigma | |
Make | Bristol | Mitsubishi |
Model | Fighter | Sigma |
Year Released | 2004 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7994 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 525 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 714 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2520 mm |