2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1955 Fiat 1400
To start off, 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 4,280 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (380 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 331 more horse power than 1955 Fiat 1400. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 585 kg more than 1955 Fiat 1400. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1955 Fiat 1400 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Fiat |
| Model | V8 Vantage | 1400 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4280 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| 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 | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 54 L |
