1952 Fiat 1900 vs. 1997 Acura EL
To start off, 1997 Acura EL is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Fiat 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Fiat 1900 would be higher. At 1,901 cc (4 cylinders), 1952 Fiat 1900 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Acura EL (127 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1952 Fiat 1900. (52 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Acura EL should accelerate faster than 1952 Fiat 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Fiat 1900 weights approximately 96 kg more than 1997 Acura EL.
Because 1952 Fiat 1900 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1952 Fiat 1900. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Acura EL, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1997 Acura EL (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Fiat 1900. (131 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1997 Acura EL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Fiat 1900.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Fiat 1900 | 1997 Acura EL | |
| Make | Fiat | Acura |
| Model | 1900 | EL |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1079 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4478 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1704 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2619 mm |
