1955 Fiat 600 vs. 2002 Lexus IS
To start off, 2002 Lexus IS is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lexus IS (201 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1955 Fiat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lexus IS weights approximately 965 kg more than 1955 Fiat 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, 2002 Lexus IS (296 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Fiat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Fiat 600. 2002 Lexus IS has automatic transmission and 1955 Fiat 600 has manual transmission. 1955 Fiat 600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Lexus IS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Fiat 600 | 2002 Lexus IS | |
Make | Fiat | Lexus |
Model | 600 | IS |
Year Released | 1955 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 633 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 19 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 40 Nm | 296 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 60 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 56 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3290 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 66 L |