1956 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 1949 Fiat 500
To start off, 1956 Aston Martin DB2 is newer by 7 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), 1956 Aston Martin DB2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Aston Martin DB2 (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1949 Fiat 500. (16 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Aston Martin DB2 should accelerate faster than 1949 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Aston Martin DB2 weights approximately 565 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:
| 1956 Aston Martin DB2 | 1949 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Fiat |
| Model | DB2 | 500 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1949 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2920 cc | 569 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 16 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1290 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 35 L |
