2005 Aston Martin Vanquish vs. 1993 Fiat 126
To start off, 2005 Aston Martin Vanquish is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 5,933 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Aston Martin Vanquish is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Aston Martin Vanquish (454 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 428 more horse power than 1993 Fiat 126. (26 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Aston Martin Vanquish should accelerate faster than 1993 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Aston Martin Vanquish weights approximately 1265 kg more than 1993 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, 2005 Aston Martin Vanquish (542 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 493 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Fiat 126. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Aston Martin Vanquish will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Aston Martin Vanquish | 1993 Fiat 126 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Fiat |
| Model | Vanquish | 126 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5933 cc | 702 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 454 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.6:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 322 km/hour | 116 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 3110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1380 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 1850 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.7 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |
