1949 Fiat 1500 vs. 2012 Lexus IS
To start off, 2012 Lexus IS is newer by 63 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 2,231 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lexus IS (150 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1949 Fiat 1500. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1949 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lexus IS weights approximately 345 kg more than 1949 Fiat 1500. 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. 2012 Lexus IS has automatic transmission and 1949 Fiat 1500 has manual transmission. 1949 Fiat 1500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Lexus IS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Fiat 1500 | 2012 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Fiat | Lexus |
| Model | 1500 | IS |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1492 cc | 2231 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4585 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2731 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 65 L |
