1961 Fiat 1300 vs. 1994 Infiniti Q45
To start off, 1994 Infiniti Q45 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 1300 would be higher. At 4,493 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Infiniti Q45 (277 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 1300. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 790 kg more than 1961 Fiat 1300. 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, 1994 Infiniti Q45 (396 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 1300. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1994 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 1300. 1994 Infiniti Q45 has automatic transmission and 1961 Fiat 1300 has manual transmission. 1961 Fiat 1300 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Infiniti Q45 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Fiat 1300 | 1994 Infiniti Q45 | |
Make | Fiat | Infiniti |
Model | 1300 | Q45 |
Year Released | 1961 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1481 cc | 4493 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 277 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 106 Nm | 396 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 82.7 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 72 L |