2005 Infiniti FX vs. 1964 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 2005 Infiniti FX is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Infiniti FX (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1964 Triumph Spitfire. (62 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1964 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Infiniti FX weights approximately 1135 kg more than 1964 Triumph Spitfire. 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, 2005 Infiniti FX (366 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Triumph Spitfire. (91 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Infiniti FX | 1964 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Infiniti | Triumph |
| Model | FX | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1964 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3498 cc | 1147 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 40 L |
