1955 Abarth 600 vs. 2001 Lexus IS
To start off, 2001 Lexus IS is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lexus IS (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1955 Abarth 600. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1955 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lexus IS weights approximately 812 kg more than 1955 Abarth 600. 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 (247 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Abarth 600 | 2001 Lexus IS | |
Make | Abarth | Lexus |
Model | 600 | IS |
Year Released | 1955 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 247 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 588 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2680 mm |