1949 Fiat 1500 vs. 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante
To start off, 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 270 more horse power than 1949 Fiat 1500. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1949 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 618 kg more than 1949 Fiat 1500. 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. 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante has automatic transmission and 1949 Fiat 1500 has manual transmission. 1949 Fiat 1500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1949 Fiat 1500 | 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante | |
Make | Fiat | Aston Martin |
Model | 1500 | V8 Volante |
Year Released | 1949 | 1983 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1493 cc | 5341 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1818 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 97 L |