1942 Aston Martin 15 vs. 1944 Fiat 500
To start off, 1944 Fiat 500 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1942 Aston Martin 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1942 Aston Martin 15 would be higher. At 1,950 cc (4 cylinders), 1942 Aston Martin 15 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1942 Aston Martin 15 weights approximately 587 kg more than 1944 Fiat 500.
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.
Compare all specifications:
1942 Aston Martin 15 | 1944 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Fiat |
Model | 15 | 500 |
Year Released | 1942 | 1944 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1950 cc | 569 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 14 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1122 kg | 535 kg |