1972 Fiat 850 vs. 2009 Infiniti G37
To start off, 2009 Infiniti G37 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 3,696 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Infiniti G37 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti G37 (329 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 278 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti G37 should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 850.
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 G37 (365 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 850. (69 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Infiniti G37 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Fiat 850 | 2009 Infiniti G37 | |
Make | Fiat | Infiniti |
Model | 850 | G37 |
Year Released | 1972 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 847 cc | 3696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 329 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 365 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.9:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2860 mm |