1955 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 1973 Fiat 132
To start off, 1973 Fiat 132 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Aston Martin DB3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Aston Martin DB3 would be higher. At 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Aston Martin DB3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Aston Martin DB3 (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 132. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 132. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Fiat 132 weights approximately 65 kg more than 1955 Aston Martin DB3.
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, 1955 Aston Martin DB3 (244 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 132. (135 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1955 Aston Martin DB3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 132.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Aston Martin DB3 | 1973 Fiat 132 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Fiat |
Model | DB3 | 132 |
Year Released | 1955 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2922 cc | 1756 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 244 Nm | 135 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1650 mm |