1961 Fiat 850 vs. 2012 Infiniti G37
To start off, 2012 Infiniti G37 is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 850 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 279 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti G37 should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti G37 weights approximately 1126 kg more than 1961 Fiat 850. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Infiniti G37 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Fiat 850. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti G37 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, 2012 Infiniti G37 (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 850. (69 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti G37 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 850 | 2012 Infiniti G37 | |
| Make | Fiat | Infiniti |
| Model | 850 | G37 |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 330 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 613 kg | 1739 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3290 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1824 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1407 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 76 L |
