1970 Fiat 500 vs. 2011 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2011 Infiniti FX is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 3,696 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti FX (316 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 302 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 500.
Because 2011 Infiniti FX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Infiniti FX (360 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 500. 2011 Infiniti FX has automatic transmission and 1970 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1970 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Infiniti FX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Fiat 500 | 2011 Infiniti FX | |
Make | Fiat | Infiniti |
Model | 500 | FX |
Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 3696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 14 HP | 316 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 24 Nm | 360 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3030 mm | 4865 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1925 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2885 mm |