1954 Fiat 1100 vs. 2005 Lexus IS
To start off, 2005 Lexus IS is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lexus IS (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1954 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1954 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lexus IS weights approximately 735 kg more than 1954 Fiat 1100. 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, 2005 Lexus IS (310 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2005 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Fiat 1100. 2005 Lexus IS has automatic transmission and 1954 Fiat 1100 has manual transmission. 1954 Fiat 1100 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Lexus IS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Fiat 1100 | 2005 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Fiat | Lexus |
| Model | 1100 | IS |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 2999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 66 L |
