1970 Abarth 1300 vs. 1958 Aston Martin DB2
To start off, 1970 Abarth 1300 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Aston Martin DB2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Aston Martin DB2 would be higher. At 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Aston Martin DB2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Abarth 1300 (123 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1958 Aston Martin DB2. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Abarth 1300 should accelerate faster than 1958 Aston Martin DB2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Aston Martin DB2 weights approximately 545 kg more than 1970 Abarth 1300.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Aston Martin DB2 (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Abarth 1300. (130 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1958 Aston Martin DB2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Abarth 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Abarth 1300 | 1958 Aston Martin DB2 | |
| Make | Abarth | Aston Martin |
| Model | 1300 | DB2 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1279 cc | 2922 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3560 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2520 mm |
