2002 Acura CL vs. 1975 Fiat 130
To start off, 2002 Acura CL is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Acura CL (260 HP @ 6900 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1975 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 1975 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Acura CL weights approximately 10 kg more than 1975 Fiat 130. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Fiat 130 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 1975 Fiat 130. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Acura CL, 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, 2002 Acura CL (315 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2002 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Acura CL | 1975 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Acura | Fiat |
| Model | CL | 130 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 3238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 315 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 80 L |
