2009 Infiniti FX vs. 1973 Simca 1301
To start off, 2009 Infiniti FX is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 5,026 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti FX (385 HP) has 334 more horse power than 1973 Simca 1301. (51 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1973 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Infiniti FX weights approximately 1080 kg more than 1973 Simca 1301. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Infiniti FX (500 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 400 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Infiniti FX | 1973 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Infiniti | Simca |
| Model | FX | 1301 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5026 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 51 HP |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 74 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.7 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2120 kg | 1040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2530 mm |
