2012 Acura TSX vs. 1976 Fiat 130
To start off, 2012 Acura TSX is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Acura TSX (201 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1976 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Acura TSX should accelerate faster than 1976 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Acura TSX weights approximately 4 kg more than 1976 Fiat 130. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 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 1976 Fiat 130. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Acura TSX, 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, 1976 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Acura TSX. (230 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1976 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Acura TSX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Acura TSX | 1976 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Acura | Fiat |
| Model | TSX | 130 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 3238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 5-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1574 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4806 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1839 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1471 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2708 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 80 L |
