1972 Honda Civic vs. 2012 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2012 Infiniti FX is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti FX (235 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1972 Honda Civic. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1972 Honda Civic.
Because 2012 Infiniti FX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Infiniti FX (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 471 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Honda Civic. (79 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Honda Civic | 2012 Infiniti FX | |
Make | Honda | Infiniti |
Model | Civic | FX |
Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1169 cc | 2993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 550 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4865 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1925 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2885 mm |