1956 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 1955 Fiat 1400
To start off, 1956 Aston Martin DB3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 2,920 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Aston Martin DB3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Aston Martin DB3 (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1955 Fiat 1400. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 211 kg more than 1956 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Aston Martin DB3 | 1955 Fiat 1400 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Fiat |
| Model | DB3 | 1400 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2920 cc | 1395 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 914 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 54 L |
