1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 1988 Fiat Tipo
To start off, both 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato and 1988 Fiat Tipo were released in the same year (1988). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato (317 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (51 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Tipo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato weights approximately 748 kg more than 1988 Fiat Tipo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato 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 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Fiat Tipo, 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, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato (434 Nm) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (90 Nm). This means 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Tipo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 1988 Fiat Tipo | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Fiat |
| Model | V8 Zagato | Tipo |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 70.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 71.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1656 kg | 908 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 68 L |
