1954 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 1995 Fiat 126
To start off, 1995 Fiat 126 is newer by 41 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 155 more horse power than 1995 Fiat 126. (25 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 1995 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Aston Martin DB3 weights approximately 269 kg more than 1995 Fiat 126. 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, 1954 Aston Martin DB3 (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Fiat 126. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1954 Aston Martin DB3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Aston Martin DB3 | 1995 Fiat 126 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Fiat |
Model | DB3 | 126 |
Year Released | 1954 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2922 cc | 704 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 25 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 49 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 221 km/hour | 116 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 914 kg | 645 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 3110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1380 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 1850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 50 L |