1974 Fiat 130 vs. 1999 Acura EL
To start off, 1999 Acura EL is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1999 Acura EL. (127 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1999 Acura EL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Fiat 130 weights approximately 521 kg more than 1999 Acura EL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Fiat 130 (256 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Acura EL. (145 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1974 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Acura EL.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Fiat 130 | 1999 Acura EL | |
Make | Fiat | Acura |
Model | 130 | EL |
Year Released | 1974 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3238 cc | 1600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 256 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1079 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4478 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1704 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1394 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2619 mm |