2009 Acura TL vs. 1974 Fiat 500
To start off, 2009 Acura TL is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 3,664 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura TL (305 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Acura TL weights approximately 934 kg more than 1974 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Acura TL is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Acura TL 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, 2009 Acura TL (370 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 500. 2009 Acura TL has automatic transmission and 1974 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1974 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Acura TL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Acura TL | 1974 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Acura | Fiat |
| Model | TL | 500 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3664 cc | 499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 305 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 27 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 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 | 1450 kg | 516 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 2980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1330 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 1850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 22 L |
