1973 Fiat 130 vs. 2011 Acura TL
To start off, 2011 Acura TL is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Acura TL (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Acura TL weights approximately 88 kg more than 1973 Fiat 130. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Acura TL (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Fiat 130 | 2011 Acura TL | |
Make | Fiat | Acura |
Model | 130 | TL |
Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3236 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 344 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1688 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4966 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1453 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 70 L |