1983 Fiat 126 vs. 2010 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2010 Infiniti FX is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 3,696 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Infiniti FX (316 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 292 more horse power than 1983 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat 126.
Because 2010 Infiniti FX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Fiat 126. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Infiniti FX (360 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat 126. 2010 Infiniti FX has automatic transmission and 1983 Fiat 126 has manual transmission. 1983 Fiat 126 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Infiniti FX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat 126 | 2010 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Fiat | Infiniti |
| Model | 126 | FX |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 650 cc | 3696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4865 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2885 mm |
