1959 Fiat 1200 vs. 2005 Infiniti QX4
To start off, 2005 Infiniti QX4 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Infiniti QX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Infiniti QX4 (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1200. (53 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti QX4 should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Infiniti QX4 weights approximately 1035 kg more than 1959 Fiat 1200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Infiniti QX4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Fiat 1200. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti QX4 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, 2005 Infiniti QX4 (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1200. (81 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Infiniti QX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1200. 2005 Infiniti QX4 has automatic transmission and 1959 Fiat 1200 has manual transmission. 1959 Fiat 1200 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Infiniti QX4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 1200 | 2005 Infiniti QX4 | |
| Make | Fiat | Infiniti |
| Model | 1200 | QX4 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1221 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 925 kg | 1960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2710 mm |
