1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 2004 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Because 2004 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 289 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 2004 Fiat Panda | |
Make | Aston Martin | Fiat |
Model | V8 Volante | Panda |
Year Released | 1986 | 2004 |
Body Type | Convertible | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1251 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 69.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 82 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1630 mm |