1993 Aston Martin Virage vs. 1973 Fiat 124
To start off, 1993 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Aston Martin Virage (344 HP) has 285 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 124. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 1070 kg more than 1973 Fiat 124. 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, 1993 Aston Martin Virage (451 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 124. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1993 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 124. 1993 Aston Martin Virage has automatic transmission and 1973 Fiat 124 has manual transmission. 1973 Fiat 124 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Aston Martin Virage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Aston Martin Virage | 1973 Fiat 124 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Fiat |
| Model | Virage | 124 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 344 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
