2007 Acura RL vs. 1967 Fiat 500
To start off, 2007 Acura RL is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura RL (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Acura RL weights approximately 1098 kg more than 1967 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Acura RL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Acura RL (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 500. 2007 Acura RL has automatic transmission and 1967 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1967 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Acura RL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura RL | 1967 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Acura | Fiat |
| Model | RL | 500 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1967 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 24 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1578 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1310 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 1850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 22 L |
