2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1974 Fiat 124
To start off, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 4,282 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (381 HP) has 322 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 124. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 715 kg more than 1974 Fiat 124. 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, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (417 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 124. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1974 Fiat 124 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Fiat |
| Model | V8 Vantage | 124 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4282 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 381 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 417 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 8.8:1 |
| 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 | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 38 L |
