2002 Infiniti I35 vs. 2012 Fiat 500
To start off, 2012 Fiat 500 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Infiniti I35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Infiniti I35 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Infiniti I35 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Infiniti I35 (255 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2012 Fiat 500. (101 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Infiniti I35 should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Infiniti I35 weights approximately 412 kg more than 2012 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 2002 Infiniti I35 (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat 500. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Infiniti I35 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Infiniti I35 | 2012 Fiat 500 | |
Make | Infiniti | Fiat |
Model | I35 | 500 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 101 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 335 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1516 kg | 1104 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 3546 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1628 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1519 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2301 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 40 L |