1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1977 Fiat X1-9
To start off, 1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Fiat X1-9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Fiat X1-9 would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (549 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 464 more horse power than 1977 Fiat X1-9. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat X1-9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 1072 kg more than 1977 Fiat X1-9. 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, 1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 627 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat X1-9. (118 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat X1-9.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1977 Fiat X1-9 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Fiat |
Model | V8 Vantage | X1-9 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 549 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 745 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 918 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1150 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2210 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 50 L |