1975 Honda Civic vs. 2011 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2011 Infiniti FX is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Honda Civic would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti FX (390 HP) has 341 more horse power than 1975 Honda Civic. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1975 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Infiniti FX weights approximately 1384 kg more than 1975 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Infiniti FX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Infiniti FX (500 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 420 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Honda Civic. (80 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Honda Civic. 2011 Infiniti FX has automatic transmission and 1975 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 1975 Honda Civic 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:
1975 Honda Civic | 2011 Infiniti FX | |
Make | Honda | Infiniti |
Model | Civic | FX |
Year Released | 1975 | 2011 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1238 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 390 HP |
Torque | 80 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 678 kg | 2062 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4859 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1928 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1679 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2885 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 90 L |