2003 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1971 Fiat 130
To start off, 2003 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2003 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Aston Martin DB7 (435 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 297 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 130. (138 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 215 kg more than 1971 Fiat 130. 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, 2003 Aston Martin DB7 (540 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 324 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 130. (216 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Aston Martin DB7 | 1971 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Fiat |
| Model | DB7 | 130 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 2866 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 435 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 540 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1525 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2730 mm |
