1945 Fiat 500 vs. 1993 Infiniti Q45

To start off, 1993 Infiniti Q45 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1945 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1945 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Infiniti Q45 (277 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 1945 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 1945 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 1217 kg more than 1945 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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. 1993 Infiniti Q45 has automatic transmission and 1945 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1945 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Infiniti Q45 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1945 Fiat 500 1993 Infiniti Q45
Make Fiat Infiniti
Model 500 Q45
Year Released 1945 1993
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 569 cc 4494 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 14 HP 277 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 535 kg 1752 kg
Vehicle Length 3220 mm 5080 mm
Vehicle Width 1280 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2010 mm 2890 mm


 

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