1956 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 1973 Fiat 128
To start off, 1973 Fiat 128 is newer by 17 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 75 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Aston Martin DB3 weights approximately 185 kg more than 1973 Fiat 128. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1956 Aston Martin DB3 (243 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1956 Aston Martin DB3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Aston Martin DB3 | 1973 Fiat 128 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Fiat |
| Model | DB3 | 128 |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2922 cc | 1116 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 243 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1570 mm |
