1968 Fiat 500 vs. 2008 Infiniti M
To start off, 2008 Infiniti M is newer by 40 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 4,493 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Infiniti M (325 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 307 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Infiniti M weights approximately 1327 kg more than 1968 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Infiniti M 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, 2008 Infiniti M 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, 2008 Infiniti M (456 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 429 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 500. 2008 Infiniti M 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. 2008 Infiniti M will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Fiat 500 | 2008 Infiniti M | |
| Make | Fiat | Infiniti |
| Model | 500 | M |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 4493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 27 Nm | 456 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 1837 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3030 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 76 L |
