1972 Fiat 126 vs. 2010 Aston Martin DBS
To start off, 2010 Aston Martin DBS is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Aston Martin DBS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Aston Martin DBS (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 486 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Aston Martin DBS should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Aston Martin DBS weights approximately 1115 kg more than 1972 Fiat 126. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2010 Aston Martin DBS (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 527 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Aston Martin DBS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 126 | 2010 Aston Martin DBS | |
| Make | Fiat | Aston Martin |
| Model | 126 | DBS |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4722 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 20 L | 78 L |
