1959 Fiat 1100 vs. 2005 Infiniti M
To start off, 2005 Infiniti M is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Infiniti M (335 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 292 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1100. (43 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Infiniti M weights approximately 921 kg more than 1959 Fiat 1100. 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, 2005 Infiniti M (453 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1100. 2005 Infiniti M has automatic transmission and 1959 Fiat 1100 has manual transmission. 1959 Fiat 1100 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Infiniti M will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fiat 1100 | 2005 Infiniti M | |
Make | Fiat | Infiniti |
Model | 1100 | M |
Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1089 cc | 4494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 453 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 82.7 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1791 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 75 L |