1956 Fiat 1100 vs. 2001 Lexus IS
To start off, 2001 Lexus IS is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lexus IS (153 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1956 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1956 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lexus IS weights approximately 595 kg more than 1956 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, 2001 Lexus IS (195 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2001 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Fiat 1100 | 2001 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Fiat | Lexus |
| Model | 1100 | IS |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 70 L |
