2006 Infiniti FX vs. 1971 Vauxhall Firenza
To start off, 2006 Infiniti FX is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Vauxhall Firenza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Vauxhall Firenza would be higher. At 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Infiniti FX (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1971 Vauxhall Firenza. (53 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1971 Vauxhall Firenza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Infiniti FX weights approximately 430 kg more than 1971 Vauxhall Firenza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Infiniti FX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Vauxhall Firenza. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 Infiniti FX (367 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Vauxhall Firenza. (91 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2006 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Vauxhall Firenza.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Infiniti FX | 1971 Vauxhall Firenza | |
| Make | Infiniti | Vauxhall |
| Model | FX | Firenza |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1256 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 367 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2470 mm |
