1956 Fiat 1100 vs. 2010 Lexus IS
To start off, 2010 Lexus IS is newer by 54 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 2,231 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lexus IS (150 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1956 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1956 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lexus IS weights approximately 740 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, 2010 Lexus IS (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2010 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Fiat 1100. 2010 Lexus IS has automatic transmission and 1956 Fiat 1100 has manual transmission. 1956 Fiat 1100 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Lexus IS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Fiat 1100 | 2010 Lexus IS | |
Make | Fiat | Lexus |
Model | 1100 | IS |
Year Released | 1956 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1089 cc | 2231 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 73 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1545 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4585 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2731 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 65 L |