1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 1957 Fiat 1900
To start off, 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 1900 would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 1900. (79 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 569 kg more than 1957 Fiat 1900. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 1957 Fiat 1900 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Fiat |
| Model | V8 Volante | 1900 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 1245 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2660 mm |
