2004 Aston Martin Vanquish vs. 1981 Fiat 131
To start off, 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Fiat 131 would be higher. At 5,934 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish (520 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 450 more horse power than 1981 Fiat 131. (70 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish weights approximately 825 kg more than 1981 Fiat 131. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish (555 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 447 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat 131. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish | 1981 Fiat 131 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Fiat |
| Model | Vanquish | 131 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5934 cc | 1367 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 520 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 555 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1875 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2500 mm |
