2009 Infiniti FX vs. 1970 Mazda 616
To start off, 2009 Infiniti FX is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mazda 616. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mazda 616 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 @ 6500 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 1970 Mazda 616. (79 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1970 Mazda 616. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Infiniti FX weights approximately 1210 kg more than 1970 Mazda 616. 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 376 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mazda 616. (124 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mazda 616.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Infiniti FX | 1970 Mazda 616 | |
| Make | Infiniti | Mazda |
| Model | FX | 616 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5026 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 385 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 78 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.7 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2120 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2480 mm |
