1972 Fiat 128 vs. 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage
To start off, 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 39 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 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (430 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 356 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 128. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 760 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, 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (489 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 394 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 128. (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Fiat 128 | 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | |
Make | Fiat | Aston Martin |
Model | 128 | V8 Vantage |
Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 430 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 95 Nm | 489 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4384 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1867 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2604 mm |