1962 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1948 Fiat 500
To start off, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 3,670 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 (204 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1948 Fiat 500. (16 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1948 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Aston Martin DB4 weights approximately 560 kg more than 1948 Fiat 500. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Aston Martin DB4 | 1948 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Fiat |
| Model | DB4 | 500 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1948 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 569 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 16 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1280 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2010 mm |
