1953 Fiat 500 vs. 2011 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2011 Infiniti FX is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti FX (303 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 1953 Fiat 500. (16 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Infiniti FX weights approximately 1274 kg more than 1953 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. 2011 Infiniti FX has automatic transmission and 1953 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1953 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Infiniti FX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Fiat 500 | 2011 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Fiat | Infiniti |
| Model | 500 | FX |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 569 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6800 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 | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 612 kg | 1886 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3250 mm | 4859 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1290 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1651 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2885 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 90 L |
