2010 Infiniti FX vs. 1979 Fiat 131
To start off, 2010 Infiniti FX is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Fiat 131 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Infiniti FX (235 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1979 Fiat 131. (71 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat 131.
Because 2010 Infiniti FX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Fiat 131. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Infiniti FX (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 398 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat 131. (152 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2010 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Infiniti FX | 1979 Fiat 131 | |
| Make | Infiniti | Fiat |
| Model | FX | 131 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 2443 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | 7-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4865 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1925 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2885 mm | 2500 mm |
