1960 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2004 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. At 3,668 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Aston Martin DB4 (204 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Aston Martin DB4 weights approximately 250 kg more than 2004 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Aston Martin DB4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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 DB4 (324 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (98 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1960 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Aston Martin DB4 | 2004 Fiat Panda | |
Make | Aston Martin | Fiat |
Model | DB4 | Panda |
Year Released | 1960 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3668 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 324 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 70.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 78.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1630 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2230 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 30 L |