1959 Abarth 2200 vs. 2012 Infiniti EX

To start off, 2012 Infiniti EX is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 2200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 2200 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 162 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 2200. (135 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti EX should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 2200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti EX weights approximately 655 kg more than 1959 Abarth 2200. 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 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 2200. (187 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 2200. 2012 Infiniti EX has automatic transmission and 1959 Abarth 2200 has manual transmission. 1959 Abarth 2200 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:

1959 Abarth 2200 2012 Infiniti EX
Make Abarth Infiniti
Model 2200 EX
Year Released 1959 2012
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2161 cc 3500 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 135 HP 297 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6800 RPM
Torque 187 Nm 343 Nm
Torque RPM 3800 RPM 4800 RPM
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 1060 kg 1715 kg
Vehicle Length 4460 mm 4630 mm
Vehicle Width 1610 mm 1803 mm
Vehicle Height 1290 mm 1572 mm
Wheelbase Size 2460 mm 2799 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 60 L 76 L


 

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