2009 Acura MDX vs. 1973 Fiat 130
To start off, 2009 Acura MDX is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,663 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Acura MDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Acura MDX weights approximately 184 kg more than 1973 Fiat 130. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Acura MDX (373 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura MDX | 1973 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Acura | Fiat |
| Model | MDX | 130 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3663 cc | 3236 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1784 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 50 L |
