1962 Abarth 600 vs. 1953 Aston Martin DB3
To start off, 1962 Abarth 600 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Aston Martin DB3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Aston Martin DB3 would be higher. At 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Aston Martin DB3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Aston Martin DB3 (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1962 Abarth 600. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1953 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 1962 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Aston Martin DB3 weights approximately 357 kg more than 1962 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, 1953 Aston Martin DB3 (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Abarth 600. (92 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1953 Aston Martin DB3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Abarth 600 | 1953 Aston Martin DB3 | |
| Make | Abarth | Aston Martin |
| Model | 600 | DB3 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 980 cc | 2922 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 92 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| 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 | 583 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 3920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1050 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2220 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
