1953 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 1971 Fiat 124
To start off, 1971 Fiat 124 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Aston Martin DB3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Aston Martin DB3 would be higher. At 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Aston Martin DB3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Aston Martin DB3 (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 124. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Aston Martin DB3 weights approximately 28 kg more than 1971 Fiat 124. 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, 1953 Aston Martin DB3 (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 124. (89 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1953 Aston Martin DB3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Aston Martin DB3 | 1971 Fiat 124 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Fiat |
| Model | DB3 | 124 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2922 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 89 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 912 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4050 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 38 L |
