2005 Acura CL vs. 1973 Fiat 130
To start off, 2005 Acura CL is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,236 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura CL (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura CL should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Fiat 130 weights approximately 20 kg more than 2005 Acura CL.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Acura CL (294 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Acura CL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura CL | 1973 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Acura | Fiat |
| Model | CL | 130 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 3236 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 66 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 50 L |
