2007 Acura RL vs. 1972 Fiat Dino
To start off, 2007 Acura RL is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat Dino 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 113 more horse power than 1972 Fiat Dino. (177 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat Dino. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Acura RL weights approximately 175 kg more than 1972 Fiat Dino. 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 1972 Fiat Dino. 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 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat Dino. (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2007 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat Dino.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura RL | 1972 Fiat Dino | |
| Make | Acura | Fiat |
| Model | RL | Dino |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 2418 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 92.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 93 mm | 60 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2560 mm |
