1972 Fiat 125 vs. 2011 Infiniti M
To start off, 2011 Infiniti M is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 125. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 125 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Infiniti M is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti M (330 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 125. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti M should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Infiniti M weights approximately 790 kg more than 1972 Fiat 125. 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 M (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 125. (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti M will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 125. 2011 Infiniti M has automatic transmission and 1972 Fiat 125 has manual transmission. 1972 Fiat 125 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Infiniti M will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Fiat 125 | 2011 Infiniti M | |
Make | Fiat | Infiniti |
Model | 125 | M |
Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1608 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 330 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 131 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4945 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1844 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1501 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2901 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 76 L |