1958 Abarth 1000 vs. 2012 Infiniti EX
To start off, 2012 Infiniti EX is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Abarth 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Abarth 1000 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti EX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti EX (297 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1958 Abarth 1000. (87 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti EX should accelerate faster than 1958 Abarth 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti EX weights approximately 1035 kg more than 1958 Abarth 1000. 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, 2012 Infiniti EX (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Abarth 1000. (96 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Abarth 1000. 2012 Infiniti EX has automatic transmission and 1958 Abarth 1000 has manual transmission. 1958 Abarth 1000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Infiniti EX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Abarth 1000 | 2012 Infiniti EX | |
Make | Abarth | Infiniti |
Model | 1000 | EX |
Year Released | 1958 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 996 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 297 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 96 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1803 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1572 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2799 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 76 L |