2008 Acura MDX vs. 1969 Fiat 130
To start off, 2008 Acura MDX is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,664 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 130. (161 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Fiat 130 weights approximately 24 kg more than 2008 Acura MDX.
Because 2008 Acura MDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Fiat 130. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Acura MDX (373 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 130. (218 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura MDX | 1969 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Acura | Fiat |
| Model | MDX | 130 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3664 cc | 2866 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1474 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 70 L |
