2003 Acura EL vs. 1972 Fiat 130
To start off, 2003 Acura EL is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2003 Acura EL. (124 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 2003 Acura EL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Fiat 130 weights approximately 420 kg more than 2003 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, 1972 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Acura EL. (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1972 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Acura EL.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Acura EL | 1972 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Acura | Fiat |
| Model | EL | 130 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1668 cc | 3238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2730 mm |
