1979 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 2009 Fiat Stilo
To start off, 2009 Fiat Stilo is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda would be higher. At 5,339 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 960 kg more than 2009 Fiat Stilo.
Because 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda 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 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Stilo, 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, 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat Stilo. (221 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1979 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Aston Martin Lagonda | 2009 Fiat Stilo | |
Make | Aston Martin | Fiat |
Model | Lagonda | Stilo |
Year Released | 1979 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5339 cc | 2446 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 5 valves |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 0 HP |
Torque | 434 Nm | 221 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 83.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 90.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2225 kg | 1265 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2610 mm |