1959 Fiat 600 vs. 2012 Acura MDX
To start off, 2012 Acura MDX is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 600. (20 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Acura MDX weights approximately 1314 kg more than 1959 Fiat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Acura MDX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Fiat 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Acura MDX will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Acura MDX (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 600. 2012 Acura MDX has automatic transmission and 1959 Fiat 600 has manual transmission. 1959 Fiat 600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Acura MDX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fiat 600 | 2012 Acura MDX | |
Make | Fiat | Acura |
Model | 600 | MDX |
Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 633 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 40 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 2064 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4867 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1994 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1732 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 79 L |