1960 Fiat 1100 vs. 2012 Infiniti G37
To start off, 2012 Infiniti G37 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti G37 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti G37 (330 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 1960 Fiat 1100. (43 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti G37 should accelerate faster than 1960 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti G37 weights approximately 778 kg more than 1960 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, 2012 Infiniti G37 (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti G37 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fiat 1100. 2012 Infiniti G37 has automatic transmission and 1960 Fiat 1100 has manual transmission. 1960 Fiat 1100 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Infiniti G37 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Fiat 1100 | 2012 Infiniti G37 | |
| Make | Fiat | Infiniti |
| Model | 1100 | G37 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1087 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1648 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1824 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1392 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 76 L |
