2012 Alfa Romeo MiTo vs. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Alfa Romeo MiTo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Alfa Romeo MiTo would be higher. At 5,935 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 416 more horse power than 2012 Alfa Romeo MiTo. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage should accelerate faster than 2012 Alfa Romeo MiTo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage weights approximately 525 kg more than 2012 Alfa Romeo MiTo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Aston Martin 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 2013 Aston Martin Vantage. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Alfa Romeo MiTo, 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, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 440 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Alfa Romeo MiTo. (129 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Aston Martin Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Alfa Romeo MiTo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Alfa Romeo MiTo | 2013 Aston Martin Vantage | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Aston Martin |
| Model | MiTo | Vantage |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1366 cc | 5935 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4385 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2022 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 80 L |
