1957 Fiat 600 vs. 2013 Lexus RX
To start off, 2013 Lexus RX is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 633 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Fiat 600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Lexus RX (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 600. (20 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Lexus RX weights approximately 1145 kg more than 1957 Fiat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Lexus RX (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 600. (41 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Lexus RX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Fiat 600 | 2013 Lexus RX | |
| Make | Fiat | Lexus |
| Model | 600 | RX |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 633 cc | 211 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 41 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2740 mm |
