1963 Fiat 1500 vs. 1998 Acura EL
To start off, 1998 Acura EL is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 1,600 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Acura EL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Acura EL (127 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1963 Fiat 1500. (74 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Acura EL should accelerate faster than 1963 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Fiat 1500 weights approximately 146 kg more than 1998 Acura EL.
Because 1963 Fiat 1500 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 1963 Fiat 1500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Acura EL (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Fiat 1500. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Acura EL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Fiat 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Fiat 1500 | 1998 Acura EL | |
| Make | Fiat | Acura |
| Model | 1500 | EL |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1481 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1079 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4478 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1704 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2619 mm |
