1952 Fiat 1400 vs. 1998 Infiniti Q45
To start off, 1998 Infiniti Q45 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 4,130 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Infiniti Q45 (265 HP) has 222 more horse power than 1952 Fiat 1400. (43 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 1952 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 630 kg more than 1952 Fiat 1400. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1998 Infiniti Q45 (378 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Fiat 1400. (88 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1998 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Fiat 1400. 1998 Infiniti Q45 has automatic transmission and 1952 Fiat 1400 has manual transmission. 1952 Fiat 1400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Infiniti Q45 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Fiat 1400 | 1998 Infiniti Q45 | |
| Make | Fiat | Infiniti |
| Model | 1400 | Q45 |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1394 cc | 4130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 265 HP |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 378 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 93.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 76 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |
