1953 Fiat 1400 vs. 2004 Lexus SC
To start off, 2004 Lexus SC is newer by 51 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), 2004 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lexus SC (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1953 Fiat 1400. (38 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lexus SC weights approximately 290 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, 2004 Lexus SC (290 Nm) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Fiat 1400. (134 Nm). This means 2004 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Fiat 1400 | 2004 Lexus SC | |
| Make | Fiat | Lexus |
| Model | 1400 | SC |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2700 mm |
