1986 Fiat Croma vs. 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage
To start off, 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Fiat Croma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Fiat Croma would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (420 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1986 Fiat Croma. (154 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1986 Fiat Croma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 451 kg more than 1986 Fiat Croma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage 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 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Fiat Croma, 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, 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (469 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Fiat Croma. (235 Nm @ 2350 RPM). This means 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Fiat Croma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Fiat Croma | 2011 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | |
| Make | Fiat | Aston Martin |
| Model | Croma | V8 Vantage |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 469 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2350 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1631 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4382 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1867 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1257 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2604 mm |
