1959 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1963 Lancia Fulvia
To start off, 1963 Lancia Fulvia is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Aston Martin DB4 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 (204 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1963 Lancia Fulvia. (87 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1963 Lancia Fulvia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Aston Martin DB4 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1963 Lancia Fulvia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 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 1959 Aston Martin DB4. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1963 Lancia Fulvia, 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 DB4 (324 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Lancia Fulvia. (114 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1959 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Lancia Fulvia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Aston Martin DB4 | 1963 Lancia Fulvia | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Lancia |
| Model | DB4 | Fulvia |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 114 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 69.7 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1560 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 42 L |
