1954 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 1949 Fiat 500
To start off, 1954 Aston Martin DB3 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 2,920 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Aston Martin DB3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Aston Martin DB3 (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1949 Fiat 500. (16 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 1949 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Aston Martin DB3 weights approximately 395 kg more than 1949 Fiat 500. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Aston Martin DB3 | 1949 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Fiat |
| Model | DB3 | 500 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2920 cc | 569 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 16 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 3250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 35 L |
