1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1976 Ford Fiesta
To start off, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (402 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 350 more horse power than 1976 Ford Fiesta. (52 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 1090 kg more than 1976 Ford Fiesta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 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 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Ford Fiesta, 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, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (550 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 470 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Fiesta. (80 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1976 Ford Fiesta | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Ford |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Fiesta |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1117 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 402 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.1 mm | 65 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2290 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 34 L |
