1959 Abarth 1600 vs. 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage
To start off, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 1600 would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (370 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 1600. (95 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 845 kg more than 1959 Abarth 1600. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 1600 | 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | |
| Make | Abarth | Aston Martin |
| Model | 1600 | V8 Vantage |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 5340 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 370 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 100.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 113 L |
