1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 2010 Honda Fit
To start off, 2010 Honda Fit is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante 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 200 more horse power than 2010 Honda Fit. (117 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 671 kg more than 2010 Honda Fit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante 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 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Honda Fit, 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, 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante (435 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 2010 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Honda |
| Model | V8 Volante | Fit |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5341 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 117 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 1143 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1524 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2499 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 40 L |
