1956 Fiat 600 vs. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage (430 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 410 more horse power than 1956 Fiat 600. (20 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage should accelerate faster than 1956 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage weights approximately 860 kg more than 1956 Fiat 600. 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, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage (489 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 448 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Fiat 600. (41 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Aston Martin Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Fiat 600. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage has automatic transmission and 1956 Fiat 600 has manual transmission. 1956 Fiat 600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Fiat 600 | 2013 Aston Martin Vantage | |
| Make | Fiat | Aston Martin |
| Model | 600 | Vantage |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 633 cc | 4700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 430 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4382 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 2022 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2601 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 80 L |
