1953 Fiat 1100 vs. 2012 Infiniti M
To start off, 2012 Infiniti M is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti M (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 385 more horse power than 1953 Fiat 1100. (35 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti M weights approximately 1102 kg more than 1953 Fiat 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Infiniti M is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Fiat 1100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti M will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Infiniti M (565 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 496 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Fiat 1100. (69 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Fiat 1100. 2012 Infiniti M has automatic transmission and 1953 Fiat 1100 has manual transmission. 1953 Fiat 1100 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Infiniti M will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Fiat 1100 | 2012 Infiniti M | |
Make | Fiat | Infiniti |
Model | 1100 | M |
Year Released | 1953 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1089 cc | 5600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 35 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 565 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 815 kg | 1917 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4945 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1844 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1514 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2901 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 76 L |