1960 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 1955 Fiat 1100
To start off, 1960 Aston Martin DB2 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Aston Martin DB2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Aston Martin DB2 (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1955 Fiat 1100. (35 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Aston Martin DB2 should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Aston Martin DB2 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1955 Fiat 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1960 Aston Martin DB2 (241 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fiat 1100. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1960 Aston Martin DB2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Aston Martin DB2 | 1955 Fiat 1100 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Fiat |
Model | DB2 | 1100 |
Year Released | 1960 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2922 cc | 1089 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 35 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 241 Nm | 68 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 3780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1460 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 35 L |