1976 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 1992 Ford Festiva
To start off, 1992 Ford Festiva is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda (286 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1992 Ford Festiva. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Festiva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 1415 kg more than 1992 Ford Festiva. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Ford Festiva, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda (435 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Festiva. (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Festiva.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Aston Martin Lagonda | 1992 Ford Festiva | |
Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
Model | Lagonda | Festiva |
Year Released | 1976 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1323 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 99 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 75.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2225 kg | 810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 3580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2300 mm |