1946 Fiat 500 vs. 2011 Lexus IS
To start off, 2011 Lexus IS is newer by 65 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lexus IS (306 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 292 more horse power than 1946 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1946 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lexus IS weights approximately 1225 kg more than 1946 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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. 2011 Lexus IS has automatic transmission and 1946 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1946 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Lexus IS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Fiat 500 | 2011 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Fiat | Lexus |
| Model | 500 | IS |
| Year Released | 1946 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 567 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3220 mm | 4636 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2731 mm |
