1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 1959 Fiat 1800
To start off, 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1800 would be higher. At 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1800. (86 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 599 kg more than 1959 Fiat 1800. 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, 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante (435 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1800. (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1800.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 1959 Fiat 1800 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Fiat |
Model | V8 Volante | 1800 |
Year Released | 1981 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5341 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 142 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 72.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 73.5 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2650 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 37 L |