1958 Abarth 1000 vs. 2012 Infiniti FX

To start off, 2012 Infiniti FX 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 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti FX (235 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1958 Abarth 1000. (87 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1958 Abarth 1000.

Because 2012 Infiniti FX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Abarth 1000. 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 (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 454 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Abarth 1000. (96 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Abarth 1000. 2012 Infiniti FX 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 FX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1958 Abarth 1000 2012 Infiniti FX
Make Abarth Infiniti
Model 1000 FX
Year Released 1958 2012
Engine Position Rear Front
Engine Size 996 cc 2993 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 87 HP 235 HP
Engine RPM 8000 RPM 3750 RPM
Torque 96 Nm 550 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 1750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Top Speed 200 km/hour 212 km/hour
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 Length 3700 mm 4865 mm
Vehicle Width 1560 mm 1925 mm
Vehicle Height 1210 mm 1680 mm
Wheelbase Size 2170 mm 2885 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 90 L


 

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