1953 Fiat 1400 vs. 1995 Lexus GS
To start off, 1995 Lexus GS is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lexus GS (205 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1953 Fiat 1400. (38 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lexus GS weights approximately 535 kg more than 1953 Fiat 1400. 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, 1995 Lexus GS (276 Nm) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Fiat 1400. (134 Nm). This means 1995 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Fiat 1400. 1995 Lexus GS has automatic transmission and 1953 Fiat 1400 has manual transmission. 1953 Fiat 1400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Lexus GS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Fiat 1400 | 1995 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Fiat | Lexus |
| Model | 1400 | GS |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 276 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2810 mm |
