1969 Fiat 500 vs. 2011 Infiniti G25
To start off, 2011 Infiniti G25 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Infiniti G25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti G25 (218 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti G25 should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Infiniti G25 weights approximately 1137 kg more than 1969 Fiat 500. 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, 2011 Infiniti G25 (254 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti G25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 500. 2011 Infiniti G25 has automatic transmission and 1969 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1969 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Infiniti G25 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Fiat 500 | 2011 Infiniti G25 | |
Make | Fiat | Infiniti |
Model | 500 | G25 |
Year Released | 1969 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 14 HP | 218 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 24 Nm | 254 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 480 kg | 1617 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3030 mm | 4773 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1773 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1453 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 76 L |