2012 Fiat Sedici vs. 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante
To start off, 2012 Fiat Sedici is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante would be higher. At 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Sedici. (119 HP @ 3500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Sedici. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 414 kg more than 2012 Fiat Sedici. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Fiat Sedici is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Sedici will offer significantly more control. 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, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Sedici. (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Sedici. 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante has automatic transmission and 2012 Fiat Sedici has manual transmission. 2012 Fiat Sedici will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Fiat Sedici | 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante | |
| Make | Fiat | Aston Martin |
| Model | Sedici | V8 Volante |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 5341 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 280 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 10.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1814 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 97 L |
