1959 Abarth 500 vs. 2003 Infiniti Q45
To start off, 2003 Infiniti Q45 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 500 would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Infiniti Q45 (340 HP) has 320 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 500. (20 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 1359 kg more than 1959 Abarth 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. Let's talk about torque, 2003 Infiniti Q45 (451 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 419 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 500. (32 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 500. 2003 Infiniti Q45 has automatic transmission and 1959 Abarth 500 has manual transmission. 1959 Abarth 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Infiniti Q45 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth 500 | 2003 Infiniti Q45 | |
Make | Abarth | Infiniti |
Model | 500 | Q45 |
Year Released | 1959 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 479 cc | 4494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 340 HP |
Torque | 32 Nm | 451 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 445 kg | 1804 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 81 L |