1992 Aston Martin Virage vs. 2005 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2005 Fiat Panda is newer by 13 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 485 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Panda. (64 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Panda.
Because 2005 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Aston Martin Virage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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 643 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Aston Martin Virage | 2005 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Fiat |
| Model | Virage | Panda |
| Year Released | 1992 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 549 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 745 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 35 L |
