1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon vs. 2011 Peugeot iOn
To start off, 2011 Peugeot iOn is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon would be higher. In terms of performance, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 254 more horse power than 2011 Peugeot iOn. (63 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon should accelerate faster than 2011 Peugeot iOn. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon weights approximately 744 kg more than 2011 Peugeot iOn. 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, 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon (434 Nm) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Peugeot iOn. (180 Nm). This means 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Peugeot iOn.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Aston Martin V8 Saloon | 2011 Peugeot iOn | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Peugeot |
| Model | V8 Saloon | iOn |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Type | V | electric |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Top Speed | 233 km/hour | 130 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7 seconds | 15 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Single Speed |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1824 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3395 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1475 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2550 mm |
