1954 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 1973 Fiat 128
To start off, 1973 Fiat 128 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Aston Martin DB2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Aston Martin DB2 would be higher. At 2,580 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Aston Martin DB2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Aston Martin DB2 (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Aston Martin DB2 should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Aston Martin DB2 weights approximately 338 kg more than 1973 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, 1954 Aston Martin DB2 (187 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1954 Aston Martin DB2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Aston Martin DB2 | 1973 Fiat 128 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Fiat |
| Model | DB2 | 128 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2580 cc | 1116 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1158 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2230 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 50 L |
