1969 Aston Martin DB6 vs. 1974 Fiat 128
To start off, 1974 Fiat 128 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Aston Martin DB6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Aston Martin DB6 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 (325 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 128. (63 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Aston Martin DB6 should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Aston Martin DB6 weights approximately 677 kg more than 1974 Fiat 128. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Aston Martin DB6 (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 128. (83 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1969 Aston Martin DB6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Aston Martin DB6 | 1974 Fiat 128 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Fiat |
| Model | DB6 | 128 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 1116 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 325 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 80.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 55.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1497 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2240 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 50 L |
