2000 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1996 Fiat Palio
To start off, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Fiat Palio. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Fiat Palio would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 390 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Palio. (60 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 887 kg more than 1996 Fiat Palio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Aston Martin DB7 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 2000 Aston Martin DB7. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Palio, 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, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 (556 Nm) has 476 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Palio. (80 Nm). This means 2000 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Aston Martin DB7 | 1996 Fiat Palio | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Fiat |
| Model | DB7 | Palio |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 556 Nm | 80 Nm |
| Top Speed | 297 km/hour | 152 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1782 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2370 mm |
