1962 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1955 Fiat 1100
To start off, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Fiat 1100 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 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1955 Fiat 1100. (35 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Aston Martin DB4 weights approximately 435 kg more than 1955 Fiat 1100. 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, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 (360 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fiat 1100. (68 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1962 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Aston Martin DB4 | 1955 Fiat 1100 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Fiat |
| Model | DB4 | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 35 L |
