1966 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1959 Fiat 1500
To start off, 1966 Aston Martin DB4 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 3,670 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Aston Martin DB4 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1500. (79 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1500.
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, 1966 Aston Martin DB4 (360 Nm) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1500. (109 Nm). This means 1966 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1500.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Aston Martin DB4 | 1959 Fiat 1500 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Fiat |
Model | DB4 | 1500 |
Year Released | 1966 | 1959 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3670 cc | 1481 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 109 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2350 mm |