1953 Fiat 1400 vs. 2011 Lexus IS
To start off, 2011 Lexus IS is newer by 58 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 2,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lexus IS (204 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1953 Fiat 1400. (43 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1953 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lexus IS weights approximately 437 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, 2011 Lexus IS (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Fiat 1400. (87 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2011 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Fiat 1400. 2011 Lexus IS 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. 2011 Lexus IS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Fiat 1400 | 2011 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Fiat | Lexus |
| Model | 1400 | IS |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1567 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4585 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2731 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 65 L |
