1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2005 Fiat Seicento
To start off, 2005 Fiat Seicento is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (549 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 496 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 2750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 1180 kg more than 2005 Fiat Seicento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage 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 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Seicento, 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, 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm) has 657 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Seicento. (88 Nm). This means 1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Seicento.
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1977 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2005 Fiat Seicento | |
Make | Aston Martin | Fiat |
Model | V8 Vantage | Seicento |
Year Released | 1977 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1108 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 549 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
Torque | 745 Nm | 88 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.1 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.6:1 |
Top Speed | 274 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 810 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 3330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 35 L |