1956 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 1956 Fiat 1600

To start off, both 1956 Aston Martin DB2 and 1956 Fiat 1600 were released in the same year (1956). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,920 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Aston Martin DB2 is equipped with a bigger engine.

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 1956 Fiat 1600
Make Aston Martin Fiat
Model DB2 1600
Year Released 1956 1956
Body Type Coupe Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2920 cc 1589 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 118 HP 0 HP
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 Length 4310 mm 4040 mm
Vehicle Width 1660 mm 1530 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1310 mm
Wheelbase Size 2520 mm 2350 mm


 

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