2005 Fiat Panda vs. 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante
To start off, 2005 Fiat Panda is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Panda. (64 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Panda.
Because 2005 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Panda. 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante has automatic transmission and 2005 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 2005 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Fiat Panda | 1978 Aston Martin V8 Volante | |
Make | Fiat | Aston Martin |
Model | Panda | V8 Volante |
Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
Body Type | Crossover | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1242 cc | 5340 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 317 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 102 Nm | 434 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 97 L |