2001 Acura TL vs. 1959 Fiat 750
To start off, 2001 Acura TL is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 750 would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Acura TL (226 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 750. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Acura TL weights approximately 990 kg more than 1959 Fiat 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Fiat 750 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 1959 Fiat 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Acura TL, 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, 2001 Acura TL (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 750. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 750.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Acura TL | 1959 Fiat 750 | |
Make | Acura | Fiat |
Model | TL | 750 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3210 cc | 746 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 226 HP | 41 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 294 Nm | 54 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 61 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 64 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 131 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 585 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 3290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1390 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 37 L |