2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1989 Fiat Uno
To start off, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Fiat Uno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Fiat Uno 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 @ 7000 RPM) has 336 more horse power than 1989 Fiat Uno. (45 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1989 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 875 kg more than 1989 Fiat Uno. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Fiat Uno, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Fiat Uno. (85 Nm). This means 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1989 Fiat Uno | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Fiat |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Uno |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4282 cc | 999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 381 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 417 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 64.9 mm |
| Top Speed | 280 km/hour | 145 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 5 seconds | 17.7 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2370 mm |
