2004 Bristol Fighter vs. 2013 Fiat 500
To start off, 2013 Fiat 500 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Bristol Fighter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Bristol Fighter 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 559 more horse power than 2013 Fiat 500. (101 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Bristol Fighter should accelerate faster than 2013 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Bristol Fighter weights approximately 468 kg more than 2013 Fiat 500. 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, 2013 Fiat 500, 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 654 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Fiat 500. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Bristol Fighter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Bristol Fighter | 2013 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Bristol | Fiat |
| Model | Fighter | 500 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7994 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 660 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 787 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1072 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 3546 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1628 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1519 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2301 mm |
