1974 Fiat 124 vs. 2000 Infiniti Q45
To start off, 2000 Infiniti Q45 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 4,130 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Infiniti Q45 (265 HP) has 206 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 124. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 850 kg more than 1974 Fiat 124. 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, 2000 Infiniti Q45 (378 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 124. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2000 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 124. 2000 Infiniti Q45 has automatic transmission and 1974 Fiat 124 has manual transmission. 1974 Fiat 124 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Infiniti Q45 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 124 | 2000 Infiniti Q45 | |
| Make | Fiat | Infiniti |
| Model | 124 | Q45 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 4130 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 265 HP |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 378 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 76 mm |
| 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 | 910 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 5070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2840 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 60 L |
