1954 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 1959 Fiat 1500
To start off, 1959 Fiat 1500 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Aston Martin DB3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Aston Martin DB3 would be higher. At 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Aston Martin DB3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Aston Martin DB3 (180 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1500. (79 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1500.
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 DB3 (195 Nm) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1500. (109 Nm). This means 1954 Aston Martin DB3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1500.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Aston Martin DB3 | 1959 Fiat 1500 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Fiat |
Model | DB3 | 1500 |
Year Released | 1954 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2922 cc | 1481 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 109 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2350 mm |