2004 Bristol Fighter vs. 1991 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2004 Bristol Fighter is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Fiat Panda 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 609 more horse power than 1991 Fiat Panda. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bristol Fighter should accelerate faster than 1991 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Bristol Fighter weights approximately 780 kg more than 1991 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Fiat Panda 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, 1991 Fiat Panda 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 (787 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 701 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Fiat Panda. (86 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Bristol Fighter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Bristol Fighter | 1991 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Bristol | Fiat |
| Model | Fighter | Panda |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7994 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 660 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 787 Nm | 86 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 70.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.6 mm | 72 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2170 mm |
