1998 Aston Martin Vantage vs. 1982 Fiat 127
To start off, 1998 Aston Martin Vantage is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Fiat 127 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 556 more horse power than 1982 Fiat 127. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Aston Martin Vantage should accelerate faster than 1982 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Aston Martin Vantage weights approximately 1260 kg more than 1982 Fiat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Aston Martin 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 1998 Aston Martin Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Fiat 127, 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, 1998 Aston Martin Vantage (814 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 750 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Fiat 127. (64 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Aston Martin Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Aston Martin Vantage | 1982 Fiat 127 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Fiat |
| Model | Vantage | 127 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5341 cc | 903 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 814 Nm | 64 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2230 mm |
