1961 Abarth 600 vs. 1959 Aston Martin DB4
To start off, 1961 Abarth 600 is newer by 2 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 (314 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 600. (47 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Aston Martin DB4 weights approximately 656 kg more than 1961 Abarth 600. 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, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 (377 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 600. (66 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1959 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Abarth 600 | 1959 Aston Martin DB4 | |
Make | Abarth | Aston Martin |
Model | 600 | DB4 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 847 cc | 3670 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 314 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 66 Nm | 377 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 1251 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4270 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1560 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2370 mm |