1978 Fiat 131 vs. 2010 Aston Martin DB9
To start off, 2010 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Fiat 131 would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Aston Martin DB9 (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 395 more horse power than 1978 Fiat 131. (75 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 570 kg more than 1978 Fiat 131. 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, 2010 Aston Martin DB9 (600 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 456 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat 131. (144 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Fiat 131 | 2010 Aston Martin DB9 | |
Make | Fiat | Aston Martin |
Model | 131 | DB9 |
Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2444 cc | 5900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 470 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4712 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2741 mm |