2009 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1974 Fiat 130
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 5,933 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 347 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 160 kg more than 1974 Fiat 130. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 (570 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 130. (256 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Aston Martin DB9 | 1974 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Fiat |
| Model | DB9 | 130 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5933 cc | 3238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 510 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5750 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1760 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 50 L |
