1953 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 2000 Fiat Scudo
To start off, 2000 Fiat Scudo is newer by 47 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 75 more horse power than 2000 Fiat Scudo. (78 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 2000 Fiat Scudo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Fiat Scudo weights approximately 95 kg more than 1953 Aston Martin DB3.
Because 1953 Aston Martin DB3 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 1953 Aston Martin DB3. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Fiat Scudo, 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, 1953 Aston Martin DB3 (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Fiat Scudo. (125 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1953 Aston Martin DB3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Fiat Scudo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Aston Martin DB3 | 2000 Fiat Scudo | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Fiat |
| Model | DB3 | Scudo |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2922 cc | 1581 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 78 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1750 mm |
