1953 Fiat 1400 vs. 2009 Aston Martin DB9
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 432 more horse power than 1953 Fiat 1400. (38 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 650 kg more than 1953 Fiat 1400. 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, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 (600 Nm) has 466 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Fiat 1400. (134 Nm). This means 2009 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Fiat 1400. 2009 Aston Martin DB9 has automatic transmission and 1953 Fiat 1400 has manual transmission. 1953 Fiat 1400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Aston Martin DB9 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Fiat 1400 | 2009 Aston Martin DB9 | |
| Make | Fiat | Aston Martin |
| Model | 1400 | DB9 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 5935 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2750 mm |
