1972 Fiat 128 vs. 1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante
To start off, 1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 128. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 128 would be higher. At 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 994 kg more than 1972 Fiat 128. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Fiat 128 | 1982 Aston Martin V8 Volante | |
Make | Fiat | Aston Martin |
Model | 128 | V8 Volante |
Year Released | 1972 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1115 cc | 5341 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1814 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 97 L |