1959 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1948 Fiat 1100
To start off, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 3,670 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1948 Fiat 1100. (50 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1948 Fiat 1100.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Aston Martin DB4 | 1948 Fiat 1100 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Fiat |
| Model | DB4 | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1948 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 50 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 151 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2710 mm |
