1954 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 2005 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2005 Fiat Panda is newer by 51 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 116 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Panda. (64 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Panda.
Because 2005 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Aston Martin DB3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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 93 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1954 Aston Martin DB3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Aston Martin DB3 | 2005 Fiat Panda | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Fiat |
| Model | DB3 | Panda |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2922 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 3600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1640 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2310 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 35 L |
