2008 Acura RL vs. 1975 Fiat 130
To start off, 2008 Acura RL is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,471 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Acura RL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Acura RL (290 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1975 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 1975 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Fiat 130 weights approximately 326 kg more than 2008 Acura RL.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Acura RL (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura RL | 1975 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Acura | Fiat |
| Model | RL | 130 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 3238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 50 L |
