1979 Fiat 133 vs. 2013 Acura TL

To start off, 2013 Acura TL is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Fiat 133. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Fiat 133 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 245 more horse power than 1979 Fiat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Acura TL weights approximately 1000 kg more than 1979 Fiat 133. 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 1979 Fiat 133. 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 289 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2013 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat 133.

Compare all specifications:

1979 Fiat 133 2013 Acura TL
Make Fiat Acura
Model 133 TL
Year Released 1979 2013
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 843 cc 3500 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 34 HP 279 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 6200 RPM
Torque 54 Nm 343 Nm
Torque RPM 3200 RPM 5000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 65 mm 90 mm
Engine Stroke Size 68 mm 96 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear AWD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 690 kg 1690 kg
Vehicle Length 3460 mm 4928 mm
Vehicle Width 1430 mm 2118 mm
Vehicle Height 1330 mm 1452 mm
Wheelbase Size 2030 mm 2775 mm


 

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