1967 Fiat 125 vs. 2013 Acura TL
To start off, 2013 Acura TL is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Fiat 125. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Fiat 125 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Acura TL (279 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 125. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Acura TL weights approximately 680 kg more than 1967 Fiat 125. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Acura TL is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Fiat 125. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Acura TL 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, 2013 Acura TL (343 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 125. (131 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 125. 2013 Acura TL has automatic transmission and 1967 Fiat 125 has manual transmission. 1967 Fiat 125 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Acura TL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Fiat 125 | 2013 Acura TL | |
| Make | Fiat | Acura |
| Model | 125 | TL |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 96 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4928 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2118 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1452 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2775 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
