1962 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1959 Fiat 1200
To start off, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1200 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 (238 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1200. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Aston Martin DB4 weights approximately 445 kg more than 1959 Fiat 1200. 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 (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1200. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1962 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1200.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Aston Martin DB4 | 1959 Fiat 1200 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Fiat |
Model | DB4 | 1200 |
Year Released | 1962 | 1959 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3670 cc | 1220 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 83 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 8.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 905 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2350 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 37 L |