1961 Abarth 1600 vs. 2005 Acura TL
To start off, 2005 Acura TL is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 1600 would be higher. At 3,209 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura TL (267 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 1600. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 1600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Acura TL weights approximately 615 kg more than 1961 Abarth 1600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Abarth 1600 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 1961 Abarth 1600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Acura TL, 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, 2005 Acura TL (323 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 1600. (138 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2005 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 1600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 1600 | 2005 Acura TL | |
| Make | Abarth | Acura |
| Model | 1600 | TL |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 3209 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 267 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 323 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 64 L |
