1971 Fiat 130 vs. 2012 Infiniti G25
To start off, 2012 Infiniti G25 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 2,866 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti G25 (218 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 130. (138 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti G25 should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti G25 weights approximately 85 kg more than 1971 Fiat 130. 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, 2012 Infiniti G25 (254 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 130. (216 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti G25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 130. 2012 Infiniti G25 has automatic transmission and 1971 Fiat 130 has manual transmission. 1971 Fiat 130 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Infiniti G25 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Fiat 130 | 2012 Infiniti G25 | |
| Make | Fiat | Infiniti |
| Model | 130 | G25 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 254 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4773 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1773 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1453 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2850 mm |
