1958 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2013 Honda Fit
To start off, 2013 Honda Fit is newer by 55 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 3,670 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Aston Martin DB4 (257 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2013 Honda Fit. (115 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Aston Martin DB4 weights approximately 205 kg more than 2013 Honda Fit. 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, 2013 Honda Fit, 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 (360 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 216 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1958 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Aston Martin DB4 | 2013 Honda Fit | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Honda |
| Model | DB4 | Fit |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 1497 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 257 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 144 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 89 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4105 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1525 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2500 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 40 L |
