2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2000 Fiat Coupe
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Fiat Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Fiat Coupe would be higher. At 4,735 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (420 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 2000 Fiat Coupe. (129 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2000 Fiat Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 655 kg more than 2000 Fiat Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 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 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Fiat Coupe, 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, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (469 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Coupe. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2000 Fiat Coupe | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Fiat |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Coupe |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4735 cc | 1746 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 469 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |
