1998 Aston Martin Vantage vs. 1981 Fiat 131
To start off, 1998 Aston Martin Vantage is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Fiat 131 would be higher. At 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Aston Martin Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Aston Martin Vantage (600 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 529 more horse power than 1981 Fiat 131. (71 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Aston Martin Vantage should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Aston Martin Vantage weights approximately 910 kg more than 1981 Fiat 131. 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, 1998 Aston Martin Vantage (814 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 704 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat 131. (110 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1998 Aston Martin Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Aston Martin Vantage | 1981 Fiat 131 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Fiat |
Model | Vantage | 131 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5341 cc | 1367 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 600 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 814 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 7.4:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1060 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1660 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2500 mm |