1964 Fiat 500 vs. 2003 Infiniti QX4
To start off, 2003 Infiniti QX4 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Infiniti QX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Infiniti QX4 (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1964 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Infiniti QX4 should accelerate faster than 1964 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Infiniti QX4 weights approximately 1414 kg more than 1964 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Infiniti QX4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Infiniti QX4 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, 2003 Infiniti QX4 (359 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 Infiniti QX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Fiat 500. 2003 Infiniti QX4 has automatic transmission and 1964 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1964 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Infiniti QX4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Fiat 500 | 2003 Infiniti QX4 | |
| Make | Fiat | Infiniti |
| Model | 500 | QX4 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 238 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 546 kg | 1960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2710 mm |
