1979 Fiat 133 vs. 2011 Aston Martin DBS

To start off, 2011 Aston Martin DBS is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Fiat 133. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Fiat 133 would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Aston Martin DBS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Aston Martin DBS (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 476 more horse power than 1979 Fiat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Aston Martin DBS should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Aston Martin DBS weights approximately 1120 kg more than 1979 Fiat 133. 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, 2011 Aston Martin DBS (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 515 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Aston Martin DBS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat 133.

Compare all specifications:

1979 Fiat 133 2011 Aston Martin DBS
Make Fiat Aston Martin
Model 133 DBS
Year Released 1979 2011
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 843 cc 5900 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 34 HP 510 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 6500 RPM
Torque 54 Nm 569 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 5750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 690 kg 1810 kg
Vehicle Length 3460 mm 4722 mm
Vehicle Width 1430 mm 1905 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1280 mm
Wheelbase Size 2030 mm 2741 mm


 

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