1948 Fiat 500 vs. 2009 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2009 Infiniti FX is newer by 61 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti FX (303 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 1948 Fiat 500. (16 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1948 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Infiniti FX weights approximately 929 kg more than 1948 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. 2009 Infiniti FX has automatic transmission and 1948 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1948 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Infiniti FX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Fiat 500 | 2009 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Fiat | Infiniti |
| Model | 500 | FX |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 569 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 52 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67 mm | 81 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1719 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3220 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2890 mm |
