1958 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 1961 Fiat 1300
To start off, 1961 Fiat 1300 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Aston Martin DB3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Aston Martin DB3 would be higher. At 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Aston Martin DB3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Aston Martin DB3 (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 1300. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat 1300 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1958 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. Let's talk about torque, 1958 Aston Martin DB3 (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 1300. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1958 Aston Martin DB3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Aston Martin DB3 | 1961 Fiat 1300 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Fiat |
Model | DB3 | 1300 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2922 cc | 1481 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 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 | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 960 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2430 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 38 L |