2012 Acura TL vs. 1971 Fiat 130
To start off, 2012 Acura TL is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Acura TL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Acura TL (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Acura TL should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Acura TL weights approximately 120 kg more than 1971 Fiat 130. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Fiat 130 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1971 Fiat 130. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Acura TL, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Acura TL (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2012 Acura TL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Acura TL | 1971 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Acura | Fiat |
| Model | TL | 130 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 3238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4928 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1453 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2776 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
