1969 Aston Martin DB6 vs. 1949 Fiat 1500
To start off, 1969 Aston Martin DB6 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 3,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Aston Martin DB6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Aston Martin DB6 (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1949 Fiat 1500. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Aston Martin DB6 should accelerate faster than 1949 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Aston Martin DB6 weights approximately 266 kg more than 1949 Fiat 1500. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Aston Martin DB6 | 1949 Fiat 1500 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Fiat |
| Model | DB6 | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1949 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 65 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 6.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1466 kg | 1200 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 35 L |
