1954 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 1977 Fiat 132
To start off, 1977 Fiat 132 is newer by 23 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 49 more horse power than 1977 Fiat 132. (59 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Aston Martin DB2 should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat 132. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Fiat 132 weights approximately 62 kg more than 1954 Aston Martin DB2.
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, 1954 Aston Martin DB2 (187 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 132. (113 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1954 Aston Martin DB2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat 132.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Aston Martin DB2 | 1977 Fiat 132 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Fiat |
| Model | DB2 | 132 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2580 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 82 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 179 km/hour | 135 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1158 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 56 L |
