1985 Fiat Panda vs. 2012 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2012 Infiniti FX is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 5,026 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti FX (390 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 356 more horse power than 1985 Fiat Panda. (34 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1985 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti FX weights approximately 1377 kg more than 1985 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Infiniti FX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Fiat Panda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Infiniti FX (500 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 442 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Fiat Panda. (58 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Fiat Panda | 2012 Infiniti FX | |
Make | Fiat | Infiniti |
Model | Panda | FX |
Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 903 cc | 5026 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 390 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 58 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 2067 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3420 mm | 4865 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1925 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2885 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 90 L |