1960 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 2005 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2005 Skoda Fabia is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Aston Martin DB2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Aston Martin DB2 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 44 more horse power than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (74 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Aston Martin DB2 should accelerate faster than 2005 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Aston Martin DB2 weights approximately 5 kg more than 2005 Skoda Fabia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 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 1960 Aston Martin DB2. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Skoda Fabia, 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, 1960 Aston Martin DB2 (241 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (126 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1960 Aston Martin DB2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Aston Martin DB2 | 2005 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Skoda |
| Model | DB2 | Fabia |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2922 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 126 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 45 L |
