1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 1974 Fiat 128
To start off, 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 128. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 128 would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato (432 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 369 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato weights approximately 1000 kg more than 1974 Fiat 128. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato (534 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 451 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 1974 Fiat 128 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Fiat |
| Model | V8 Zagato | 128 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1116 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 432 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 534 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 50 L |
