1968 Fiat 500 vs. 2007 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2007 Infiniti FX is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Infiniti FX (275 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 500.
Because 2007 Infiniti FX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Infiniti FX 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, 2007 Infiniti FX (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 500. 2007 Infiniti FX has automatic transmission and 1968 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1968 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Infiniti FX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Fiat 500 | 2007 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Fiat | Infiniti |
| Model | 500 | FX |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| 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 | 18 HP | 275 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 27 Nm | 363 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.5 mm | 95.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 81.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3030 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 90 L |
