2006 Acura MDX vs. 1972 Fiat 128
To start off, 2006 Acura MDX is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 128. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 128 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 179 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 128. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Acura MDX weights approximately 424 kg more than 1972 Fiat 128. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2006 Acura MDX (340 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 128. (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura MDX | 1972 Fiat 128 | |
| Make | Acura | Fiat |
| Model | MDX | 128 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 253 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2240 mm |
