1961 Volvo 120 vs. 2012 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2012 Infiniti FX is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti FX (303 HP) has 244 more horse power than 1961 Volvo 120. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1961 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti FX weights approximately 893 kg more than 1961 Volvo 120. 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 FX (355 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Volvo 120. (115 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Volvo 120 | 2012 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Volvo | Infiniti |
| Model | 120 | FX |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1582 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 303 HP |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1888 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4865 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2885 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 90 L |
