1965 Aston Martin DB5 vs. 1974 Fiat 133
To start off, 1974 Fiat 133 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Aston Martin DB5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Aston Martin DB5 would be higher. At 3,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Aston Martin DB5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Aston Martin DB5 (314 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Aston Martin DB5 should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Aston Martin DB5 weights approximately 840 kg more than 1974 Fiat 133. 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, 1965 Aston Martin DB5 (389 Nm @ 3850 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1965 Aston Martin DB5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 133.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Aston Martin DB5 | 1974 Fiat 133 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Fiat |
Model | DB5 | 133 |
Year Released | 1965 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3995 cc | 842 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 314 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 389 Nm | 54 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3850 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 65 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 7.9:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2030 mm |