1953 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1998 Fiat Coupe
To start off, 1998 Fiat Coupe is newer by 45 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, 1998 Fiat Coupe (129 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1953 Aston Martin DB4. (125 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Coupe should accelerate faster than 1953 Aston Martin DB4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Aston Martin DB4 weights approximately 77 kg more than 1998 Fiat Coupe.
Because 1953 Aston Martin DB4 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 DB4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Coupe, 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 DB4 (195 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Coupe. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1953 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Aston Martin DB4 | 1998 Fiat Coupe | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Fiat |
| Model | DB4 | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2580 cc | 1747 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 205 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 50 L |
