1959 Fiat 1200 vs. 2009 Infiniti QX56

To start off, 2009 Infiniti QX56 is newer by 50 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 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Infiniti QX56 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti QX56 (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1200. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti QX56 should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Infiniti QX56 weights approximately 415 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 2009 Infiniti QX56 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, 2009 Infiniti QX56 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, 2009 Infiniti QX56 (533 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 450 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1200. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Infiniti QX56 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1200. 2009 Infiniti QX56 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. 2009 Infiniti QX56 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1959 Fiat 1200 2009 Infiniti QX56
Make Fiat Infiniti
Model 1200 QX56
Year Released 1959 2009
Body Type Convertible SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1220 cc 5552 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 57 HP 320 HP
Engine RPM 5300 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 83 Nm 533 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 3400 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 8.3:1 10.3:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 4 seats 7 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 905 kg 1320 kg
Vehicle Length 4040 mm 5260 mm
Vehicle Width 1530 mm 2010 mm
Vehicle Height 1310 mm 2010 mm
Wheelbase Size 2350 mm 3140 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 37 L 106 L