1973 Fiat 132 vs. 1967 Aston Martin DB6
To start off, 1973 Fiat 132 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Aston Martin DB6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Aston Martin DB6 would be higher. At 3,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Aston Martin DB6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Aston Martin DB6 (325 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 132. (111 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Aston Martin DB6 should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 132. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Aston Martin DB6 weights approximately 530 kg more than 1973 Fiat 132. 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, 1967 Aston Martin DB6 (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 132. (147 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1967 Aston Martin DB6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 132.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 132 | 1967 Aston Martin DB6 | |
| Make | Fiat | Aston Martin |
| Model | 132 | DB6 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1754 cc | 3995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.9:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 72 L |
