1971 Abarth 595 vs. 2009 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2009 Infiniti FX is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Abarth 595. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Abarth 595 would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti FX (303 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1971 Abarth 595. (27 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1971 Abarth 595. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Infiniti FX weights approximately 1249 kg more than 1971 Abarth 595. 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, 2009 Infiniti FX (355 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Abarth 595. (45 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Abarth 595. 2009 Infiniti FX has automatic transmission and 1971 Abarth 595 has manual transmission. 1971 Abarth 595 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Infiniti FX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Abarth 595 | 2009 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Abarth | Infiniti |
| Model | 595 | FX |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 594 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 303 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1719 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 90 L |
