1983 Fiat Panda vs. 2013 Infiniti JX
To start off, 2013 Infiniti JX is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 3,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti JX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti JX (261 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1983 Fiat Panda. (34 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti JX should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti JX weights approximately 1319 kg more than 1983 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Infiniti JX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Fiat Panda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti JX 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, 2013 Infiniti JX (336 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat Panda. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti JX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat Panda | 2013 Infiniti JX | |
| Make | Fiat | Infiniti |
| Model | Panda | JX |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Natural Gas (CNG) |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 2009 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4989 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1961 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1722 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2901 mm |
