2008 Acura RL vs. 1961 Fiat Campagnola
To start off, 2008 Acura RL is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat Campagnola. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat Campagnola 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 228 more horse power than 1961 Fiat Campagnola. (62 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Acura RL should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat Campagnola. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat Campagnola weights approximately 16 kg more than 2008 Acura RL.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Acura RL (347 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat Campagnola. (129 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Acura RL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat Campagnola. 2008 Acura RL has automatic transmission and 1961 Fiat Campagnola has manual transmission. 1961 Fiat Campagnola will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Acura RL will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Acura RL | 1961 Fiat Campagnola | |
| Make | Acura | Fiat |
| Model | RL | Campagnola |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1961 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3471 cc | 1901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 129 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2260 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 38 L |
