1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2011 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2011 Infiniti FX is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti FX (303 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Infiniti FX weights approximately 876 kg more than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. 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 FX (355 Nm) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (190 Nm). This means 2011 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. 2011 Infiniti FX has automatic transmission and 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia has manual transmission. 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Infiniti FX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2011 Infiniti FX | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Infiniti |
Model | Giulia | FX |
Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1288 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 303 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 355 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 1886 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4859 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1928 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1651 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2885 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 90 L |