1992 Aston Martin Virage vs. 1996 Fiat 131
To start off, 1996 Fiat 131 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Aston Martin Virage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Aston Martin Virage would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Aston Martin Virage (549 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 436 more horse power than 1996 Fiat 131. (113 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 965 kg more than 1996 Fiat 131. 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, 1992 Aston Martin Virage (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 578 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat 131. (167 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1992 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Aston Martin Virage | 1996 Fiat 131 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Fiat |
Model | Virage | 131 |
Year Released | 1992 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 549 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 745 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 8.9:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 50 L |