1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1973 Fiat 130
To start off, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (370 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 250 kg more than 1973 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, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (510 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1973 Fiat 130 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Fiat |
Model | V8 Vantage | 130 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 3237 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 370 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.1 mm | 66 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 80 L |