2006 Acura RL vs. 1972 Fiat 850
To start off, 2006 Acura RL is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 3,473 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura RL (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 850.
Because 2006 Acura RL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Fiat 850. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Acura RL 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 RL (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 850. (69 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura RL | 1972 Fiat 850 | |
| Make | Acura | Fiat |
| Model | RL | 850 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3473 cc | 847 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.6:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2040 mm |
