1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1977 Autobianchi A 112
To start off, 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Autobianchi A 112. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Autobianchi A 112 would be higher. At 5,339 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (543 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 496 more horse power than 1977 Autobianchi A 112. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1977 Autobianchi A 112. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 1315 kg more than 1977 Autobianchi A 112. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 Autobianchi A 112, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 682 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Autobianchi A 112. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Autobianchi A 112.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1977 Autobianchi A 112 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Autobianchi |
| Model | V8 Vantage | A 112 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5339 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 543 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 745 Nm | 63 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 30 L |
