1951 Alfa Romeo 1900 vs. 2001 Lexus IS
To start off, 2001 Lexus IS is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lexus IS (153 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lexus IS weights approximately 400 kg more than 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2001 Lexus IS (195 Nm) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900. (140 Nm). This means 2001 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Alfa Romeo 1900 | 2001 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lexus |
| Model | 1900 | IS |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1883 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2680 mm |
