1953 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1999 Fiat Punto
To start off, 1999 Fiat Punto is newer by 46 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 45 more horse power than 1999 Fiat Punto. (80 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1999 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Aston Martin DB4 weights approximately 217 kg more than 1999 Fiat Punto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 Fiat Punto, 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, 1999 Fiat Punto (196 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Aston Martin DB4. (195 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Aston Martin DB4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Aston Martin DB4 | 1999 Fiat Punto | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Fiat |
| Model | DB4 | Punto |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2580 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 18.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 170 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 49 L |
