1957 Fiat 1400 vs. 2005 Lexus GS
To start off, 2005 Lexus GS is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lexus GS (242 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 1400. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lexus GS weights approximately 530 kg more than 1957 Fiat 1400. 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 GS (296 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2005 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 1400. 2005 Lexus GS has automatic transmission and 1957 Fiat 1400 has manual transmission. 1957 Fiat 1400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Lexus GS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Fiat 1400 | 2005 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Fiat | Lexus |
| Model | 1400 | GS |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 71 L |
