1961 Abarth 1600 vs. 1956 Aston Martin DB3
To start off, 1961 Abarth 1600 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Aston Martin DB3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Aston Martin DB3 would be higher. At 2,920 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Aston Martin DB3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Aston Martin DB3 (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 1600. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Abarth 1600 weights approximately 46 kg more than 1956 Aston Martin DB3.
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, 1956 Aston Martin DB3 (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 1600. (138 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1956 Aston Martin DB3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 1600.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Abarth 1600 | 1956 Aston Martin DB3 | |
Make | Abarth | Aston Martin |
Model | 1600 | DB3 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1586 cc | 2920 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 138 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.7:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 914 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1050 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2220 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 70 L |