1957 Abarth 500 vs. 1990 Aston Martin Virage
To start off, 1990 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Abarth 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Abarth 500 would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Aston Martin Virage (344 HP) has 324 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 500. (20 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 1555 kg more than 1957 Abarth 500. 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, 1990 Aston Martin Virage (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 418 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 500. (32 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 500. 1990 Aston Martin Virage has automatic transmission and 1957 Abarth 500 has manual transmission. 1957 Abarth 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Aston Martin Virage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Abarth 500 | 1990 Aston Martin Virage | |
| Make | Abarth | Aston Martin |
| Model | 500 | Virage |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 478 cc | 5340 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 344 HP |
| Torque | 32 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 445 kg | 2000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
