1978 Mazda RX-3 vs. 2011 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2011 Infiniti FX is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda RX-3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda RX-3 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 203 more horse power than 1978 Mazda RX-3. (100 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda RX-3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Infiniti FX weights approximately 1036 kg more than 1978 Mazda RX-3. 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 @ 4800 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda RX-3. (135 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda RX-3.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Mazda RX-3 | 2011 Infiniti FX | |
Make | Mazda | Infiniti |
Model | RX-3 | FX |
Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1963 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 303 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 355 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1886 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4859 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1928 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1651 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2320 mm | 2885 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 90 L |