2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1972 Fiat 128
To start off, 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 128. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 128 would be higher. At 4,282 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 @ 7300 RPM) has 317 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 750 kg more than 1972 Fiat 128. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (410 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1972 Fiat 128 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Fiat |
| Model | V8 Vantage | 128 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4282 cc | 1115 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 50 L |
