2009 Infiniti FX vs. 1973 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2009 Infiniti FX is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 5,019 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Infiniti FX (390 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 291 more horse power than 1973 Toyota Carina. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota Carina.
Because 2009 Infiniti FX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Toyota Carina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Infiniti FX (501 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 366 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota Carina. (135 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota Carina.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Infiniti FX | 1973 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Infiniti | Toyota |
| Model | FX | Carina |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5019 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 501 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.5 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 87.7 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2430 mm |
