1965 Aston Martin DB5 vs. 2005 Fiat Seicento
To start off, 2005 Fiat Seicento is newer by 40 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 261 more horse power than 2005 Fiat Seicento. (53 HP @ 2750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Aston Martin DB5 should accelerate faster than 2005 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Aston Martin DB5 weights approximately 720 kg more than 2005 Fiat Seicento. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Aston Martin DB5 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1965 Aston Martin DB5. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Fiat Seicento, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (390 Nm) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Fiat Seicento. (88 Nm). This means 1965 Aston Martin DB5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Aston Martin DB5 | 2005 Fiat Seicento | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Fiat |
| Model | DB5 | Seicento |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 314 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 35 L |
