1988 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 2003 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2003 Infiniti FX is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Alfa Romeo 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Alfa Romeo 75 would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Infiniti FX (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1988 Alfa Romeo 75. (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1988 Alfa Romeo 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Infiniti FX weights approximately 780 kg more than 1988 Alfa Romeo 75. 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, 2003 Infiniti FX (366 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Alfa Romeo 75. (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Alfa Romeo 75. 2003 Infiniti FX has automatic transmission and 1988 Alfa Romeo 75 has manual transmission. 1988 Alfa Romeo 75 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Infiniti FX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Alfa Romeo 75 | 2003 Infiniti FX | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Infiniti |
Model | 75 | FX |
Year Released | 1988 | 2003 |
Body Type | Sedan | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1567 cc | 3497 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 276 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1840 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2860 mm |