1989 Aston Martin Virage vs. 1959 Fiat 1500
To start off, 1989 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 5,339 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Aston Martin Virage (344 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1500. (79 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1500.
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, 1989 Aston Martin Virage (450 Nm) has 341 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1500. (109 Nm). This means 1989 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1500.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Aston Martin Virage | 1959 Fiat 1500 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Fiat |
Model | Virage | 1500 |
Year Released | 1989 | 1959 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5339 cc | 1481 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 344 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 109 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 71.5 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2350 mm |