1959 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 2003 Honda Mobilio
To start off, 2003 Honda Mobilio is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Aston Martin DB2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Aston Martin DB2 would be higher. At 2,920 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Aston Martin DB2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Aston Martin DB2 (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2003 Honda Mobilio. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Aston Martin DB2 should accelerate faster than 2003 Honda Mobilio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Mobilio weights approximately 75 kg more than 1959 Aston Martin DB2.
Because 1959 Aston Martin DB2 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 1959 Aston Martin DB2. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Honda Mobilio, 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, 1959 Aston Martin DB2 (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Honda Mobilio. (131 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1959 Aston Martin DB2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Honda Mobilio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Aston Martin DB2 | 2003 Honda Mobilio | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Honda |
| Model | DB2 | Mobilio |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2920 cc | 1496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 131 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2750 mm |
