2001 Aston Martin Vanquish vs. 1949 Fiat 1500
To start off, 2001 Aston Martin Vanquish is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Aston Martin Vanquish is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Aston Martin Vanquish (454 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 407 more horse power than 1949 Fiat 1500. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Aston Martin Vanquish should accelerate faster than 1949 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Aston Martin Vanquish weights approximately 714 kg more than 1949 Fiat 1500. 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.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Aston Martin Vanquish | 1949 Fiat 1500 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Fiat |
Model | Vanquish | 1500 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1949 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 1492 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 454 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 65 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1914 kg | 1200 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2810 mm |