2006 Acura MDX vs. 1961 Fiat 500
To start off, 2006 Acura MDX is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura MDX (253 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Acura MDX weights approximately 1035 kg more than 1961 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Acura MDX (340 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura MDX | 1961 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Acura | Fiat |
| Model | MDX | 500 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1961 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 36 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 1950 mm |
