2005 Infiniti FX vs. 1974 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Infiniti FX is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Infiniti FX (280 HP) has 205 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Corolla. (75 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Infiniti FX weights approximately 916 kg more than 1974 Toyota Corolla. 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) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Corolla. (115 Nm). This means 2005 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Infiniti FX | 1974 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Infiniti | Toyota |
| Model | FX | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 75 HP |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1864 kg | 948 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2380 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 50 L |
