2005 Acura MDX vs. 1959 Fiat 1500
To start off, 2005 Acura MDX is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 3,464 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Acura MDX (238 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1500. (79 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1500.
Because 2005 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Fiat 1500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Acura MDX 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, 2005 Acura MDX (332 Nm) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1500. (109 Nm). This means 2005 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1500. 2005 Acura MDX has automatic transmission and 1959 Fiat 1500 has manual transmission. 1959 Fiat 1500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Acura MDX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Acura MDX | 1959 Fiat 1500 | |
| Make | Acura | Fiat |
| Model | MDX | 1500 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1959 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3464 cc | 1481 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 71.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2350 mm |
