1960 Abarth 1000 vs. 2004 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2004 Infiniti FX is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 1000 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Infiniti FX (277 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 1000. (87 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Infiniti FX weights approximately 1160 kg more than 1960 Abarth 1000. 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, 2004 Infiniti FX (366 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 1000. (96 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2004 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 1000. 2004 Infiniti FX has automatic transmission and 1960 Abarth 1000 has manual transmission. 1960 Abarth 1000 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Infiniti FX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 1000 | 2004 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Abarth | Infiniti |
| Model | 1000 | FX |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 992 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 277 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 81 L |
