1946 Lancia Ardea 3 vs. 2010 Infiniti FX

To start off, 2010 Infiniti FX is newer by 64 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Lancia Ardea 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Lancia Ardea 3 would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Infiniti FX (303 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 1946 Lancia Ardea 3. (28 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1946 Lancia Ardea 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Infiniti FX weights approximately 1045 kg more than 1946 Lancia Ardea 3. 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. 2010 Infiniti FX has automatic transmission and 1946 Lancia Ardea 3 has manual transmission. 1946 Lancia Ardea 3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Infiniti FX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1946 Lancia Ardea 3 2010 Infiniti FX
Make Lancia Infiniti
Model Ardea 3 FX
Year Released 1946 2010
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 903 cc 3496 cc
Horse Power 28 HP 303 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 6800 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 6.0:1 10.3:1
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 674 kg 1719 kg
Vehicle Length 3700 mm 4870 mm
Vehicle Width 1380 mm 1930 mm
Wheelbase Size 2440 mm 2890 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 29 L 90 L


 

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