1997 Fiat Punto vs. 2011 Infiniti FX
To start off, 2011 Infiniti FX is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Fiat Punto would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Infiniti FX (235 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1997 Fiat Punto. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1997 Fiat Punto.
Because 2011 Infiniti FX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Fiat Punto. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 Infiniti FX (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 467 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Fiat Punto. (83 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Fiat Punto. 2011 Infiniti FX has automatic transmission and 1997 Fiat Punto has manual transmission. 1997 Fiat Punto will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Infiniti FX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Fiat Punto | 2011 Infiniti FX | |
| Make | Fiat | Infiniti |
| Model | Punto | FX |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 2993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 83 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4865 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1925 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2885 mm |
