2004 Bristol Fighter vs. 2003 Daihatsu Copen
To start off, 2004 Bristol Fighter is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Daihatsu Copen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Daihatsu Copen 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 593 more horse power than 2003 Daihatsu Copen. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bristol Fighter should accelerate faster than 2003 Daihatsu Copen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Bristol Fighter weights approximately 690 kg more than 2003 Daihatsu Copen. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Bristol Fighter is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2004 Bristol Fighter. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Daihatsu Copen, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 685 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Daihatsu Copen. (102 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Bristol Fighter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Daihatsu Copen.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Bristol Fighter | 2003 Daihatsu Copen | |
Make | Bristol | Daihatsu |
Model | Fighter | Copen |
Year Released | 2004 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7994 cc | 657 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 660 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 787 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 61 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 98.6 mm | 56.4 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2240 mm |