2005 Infiniti FX vs. 1975 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2005 Infiniti FX is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Carina 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 180 more horse power than 1975 Toyota Carina. (100 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1975 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Infiniti FX weights approximately 914 kg more than 1975 Toyota Carina. 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 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Carina. (135 Nm). This means 2005 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Infiniti FX | 1975 Toyota Carina | |
Make | Infiniti | Toyota |
Model | FX | Carina |
Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1589 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 100 HP |
Torque | 366 Nm | 135 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 70 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1864 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2430 mm |