1988 Fiat 126 vs. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 5,935 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 484 more horse power than 1988 Fiat 126. (26 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage weights approximately 1032 kg more than 1988 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, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 520 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat 126. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Aston Martin Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat 126 | 2013 Aston Martin Vantage | |
| Make | Fiat | Aston Martin |
| Model | 126 | Vantage |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 703 cc | 5935 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 648 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4385 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 2022 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 80 L |
