1973 Alfa Romeo Spider vs. 2013 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2013 Infiniti FX is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider would be higher. At 3,696 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti FX (321 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti FX weights approximately 963 kg more than 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Infiniti FX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Infiniti FX (362 Nm) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider. (121 Nm). This means 2013 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Alfa Romeo Spider.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Alfa Romeo Spider | 2013 Infiniti FX | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Infiniti |
Model | Spider | FX |
Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
Body Type | Roadster | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1289 cc | 3696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 321 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 362 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Natural Gas (CNG) |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1943 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4859 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1928 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2885 mm |