1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 1980 Fiat 126
To start off, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 5,339 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato (432 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 408 more horse power than 1980 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 1980 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato weights approximately 1005 kg more than 1980 Fiat 126. 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 Zagato (536 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 494 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 1980 Fiat 126 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Fiat |
| Model | V8 Zagato | 126 |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5339 cc | 652 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 432 HP | 24 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 536 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 70 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 3130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1390 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 1850 mm |
