1988 Fiat Tipo vs. 2012 Aston Martin DBS
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin DBS is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Fiat Tipo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Fiat Tipo would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Aston Martin DBS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Aston Martin DBS (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 427 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (83 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin DBS should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Tipo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Aston Martin DBS weights approximately 645 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 2012 Aston Martin DBS 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 2012 Aston Martin DBS. 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, 2012 Aston Martin DBS (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 439 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (130 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2012 Aston Martin DBS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Tipo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat Tipo | 2012 Aston Martin DBS | |
| Make | Fiat | Aston Martin |
| Model | Tipo | DBS |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4719 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2741 mm |
