1959 Fiat 750 vs. 1981 Aston Martin Lagonda
To start off, 1981 Aston Martin Lagonda is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 750 would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Aston Martin Lagonda (286 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 750. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 1640 kg more than 1959 Fiat 750. 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, 1981 Aston Martin Lagonda (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 750. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 750.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fiat 750 | 1981 Aston Martin Lagonda | |
Make | Fiat | Aston Martin |
Model | 750 | Lagonda |
Year Released | 1959 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 746 cc | 5340 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 286 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 85 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 2225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3290 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2920 mm |