1970 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2012 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2012 Infiniti FX is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 3,696 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti FX (316 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider. (103 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Because 2012 Infiniti FX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Infiniti FX (360 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider. (138 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider. 2012 Infiniti FX has automatic transmission and 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider has manual transmission. 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Infiniti FX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2012 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Infiniti |
| Model | Spider | FX |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 233 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4865 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2885 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 90 L |
