1956 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 1966 Fiat OT
To start off, 1966 Fiat OT is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Aston Martin DB3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Aston Martin DB3 would be higher. At 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Aston Martin DB3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Aston Martin DB3 (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1966 Fiat OT. (75 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 1966 Fiat OT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Aston Martin DB3 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1966 Fiat OT. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1956 Aston Martin DB3 (243 Nm) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Fiat OT. (134 Nm). This means 1956 Aston Martin DB3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Fiat OT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Aston Martin DB3 | 1966 Fiat OT | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Fiat |
| Model | DB3 | OT |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2922 cc | 1280 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 243 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1510 mm |
