1958 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1990 Fiat Tempra
To start off, 1990 Fiat Tempra is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. At 3,668 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Aston Martin DB4 (240 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Tempra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Aston Martin DB4 weights approximately 175 kg more than 1990 Fiat Tempra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Aston Martin DB4 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 Aston Martin DB4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Fiat Tempra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 DB4 (325 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Tempra. (140 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1958 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Tempra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Aston Martin DB4 | 1990 Fiat Tempra | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Fiat |
| Model | DB4 | Tempra |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3668 cc | 1756 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 79.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 227 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1308 kg | 1133 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2550 mm |
