1958 Abarth 500 vs. 2004 Lexus SC
To start off, 2004 Lexus SC is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Abarth 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Abarth 500 would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lexus SC (225 HP) has 205 more horse power than 1958 Abarth 500. (20 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 1958 Abarth 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lexus SC weights approximately 1030 kg more than 1958 Abarth 500. 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, 2004 Lexus SC (290 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Abarth 500. (32 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Abarth 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Abarth 500 | 2004 Lexus SC | |
| Make | Abarth | Lexus |
| Model | 500 | SC |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 479 cc | 2997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 20 HP | 225 HP |
| Torque | 32 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 445 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2700 mm |
