1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1971 Fiat 130
To start off, 1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 5,338 cc (8 cylinders), 1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (549 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 411 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 130. (138 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 465 kg more than 1971 Fiat 130. 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, 1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 529 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 130. (216 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1971 Fiat 130 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Fiat |
Model | V8 Vantage | 130 |
Year Released | 1982 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5338 cc | 2866 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 549 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 745 Nm | 216 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1525 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2730 mm |