1956 Abarth 600 vs. 2012 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2012 Infiniti FX is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti FX (303 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1956 Abarth 600. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti FX weights approximately 1358 kg more than 1956 Abarth 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Infiniti FX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Abarth 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti FX 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 FX (355 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Abarth 600. 2012 Infiniti FX has automatic transmission and 1956 Abarth 600 has manual transmission. 1956 Abarth 600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Infiniti FX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Abarth 600 | 2012 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Abarth | Infiniti |
| Model | 600 | FX |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 746 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1943 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4865 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2885 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 90 L |
