1956 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 1985 Fiat 126
To start off, 1985 Fiat 126 is newer by 29 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 2,920 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 186 more horse power than 1985 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 1985 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Aston Martin DB3 weights approximately 326 kg more than 1985 Fiat 126. 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 (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1956 Aston Martin DB3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Aston Martin DB3 | 1985 Fiat 126 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Fiat |
Model | DB3 | 126 |
Year Released | 1956 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2920 cc | 652 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 210 HP | 24 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 42 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 80 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 914 kg | 588 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 3130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1390 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 1850 mm |