1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage vs. 1971 Fiat 850
To start off, 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 399 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 850.
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, 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage (746 Nm) has 677 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 850. (69 Nm). This means 1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Aston Martin Project Vantage | 1971 Fiat 850 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Fiat |
Model | Project Vantage | 850 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 6000 cc | 847 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 746 Nm | 69 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2040 mm |