1989 Aston Martin Virage vs. 1971 Fiat 125
To start off, 1989 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat 125. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat 125 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 254 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 125. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 960 kg more than 1971 Fiat 125. 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, 1989 Aston Martin Virage (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 125. (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 125.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Aston Martin Virage | 1971 Fiat 125 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Fiat |
| Model | Virage | 125 |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5339 cc | 1608 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 344 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2430 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 45 L |
