1998 Aston Martin Vantage vs. 2011 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2011 Fiat Panda is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Aston Martin Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Aston Martin Vantage 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 541 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Aston Martin Vantage should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Aston Martin Vantage weights approximately 926 kg more than 2011 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Aston Martin Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Panda 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, 1998 Aston Martin Vantage (814 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 712 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Aston Martin Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Aston Martin Vantage | 2011 Fiat Panda | |
Make | Aston Martin | Fiat |
Model | Vantage | Panda |
Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5341 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 600 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 814 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 70.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 78.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 9.8:1 |
Top Speed | 322 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1044 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2310 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 30 L |