1959 Abarth 1600 vs. 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 50 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 4,735 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (420 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 331 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 1600. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 875 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 | 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | |
| Make | Abarth | Aston Martin |
| Model | 1600 | V8 Vantage |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 4735 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| 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 | 960 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2610 mm |
