1978 Fiat Strada vs. 2012 Aston Martin DB9
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Fiat Strada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Fiat Strada would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Aston Martin DB9 (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 410 more horse power than 1978 Fiat Strada. (60 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 1035 kg more than 1978 Fiat Strada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Aston Martin DB9 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 2012 Aston Martin DB9. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 Fiat Strada, 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, 2012 Aston Martin DB9 (600 Nm) has 509 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat Strada. (91 Nm). This means 2012 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Fiat Strada | 2012 Aston Martin DB9 | |
| Make | Fiat | Aston Martin |
| Model | Strada | DB9 |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4709 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2746 mm |
