2002 Aston Martin Vanquish vs. 1980 Fiat 126
To start off, 2002 Aston Martin Vanquish is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 5,934 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Aston Martin Vanquish is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Aston Martin Vanquish (454 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 430 more horse power than 1980 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Aston Martin Vanquish should accelerate faster than 1980 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Aston Martin Vanquish weights approximately 1325 kg more than 1980 Fiat 126. 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, 2002 Aston Martin Vanquish (542 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 500 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Aston Martin Vanquish will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Aston Martin Vanquish | 1980 Fiat 126 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Fiat |
Model | Vanquish | 126 |
Year Released | 2002 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5934 cc | 652 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 454 HP | 24 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 42 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 80.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1390 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 1850 mm |