1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1988 Lancia Hit
To start off, 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lancia Hit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lancia Hit 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 358 more horse power than 1988 Lancia Hit. (185 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1988 Lancia Hit.
Because 1988 Lancia Hit is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Lancia Hit 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, 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 441 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lancia Hit. (304 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lancia Hit.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1988 Lancia Hit | |
Make | Aston Martin | Lancia |
Model | V8 Vantage | Hit |
Year Released | 1993 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5339 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 543 HP | 185 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 745 Nm | 304 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 8.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2480 mm |