1953 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1972 Fiat 128
To start off, 1972 Fiat 128 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. At 2,580 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Aston Martin DB4 (125 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 128. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Aston Martin DB4 weights approximately 407 kg more than 1972 Fiat 128. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1953 Aston Martin DB4 (195 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 128. (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1953 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Aston Martin DB4 | 1972 Fiat 128 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Fiat |
| Model | DB4 | 128 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2580 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2240 mm |
