1958 Abarth 750 vs. 2012 Lexus IS
To start off, 2012 Lexus IS is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 2,231 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lexus IS (150 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1958 Abarth 750. (60 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1958 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lexus IS weights approximately 1005 kg more than 1958 Abarth 750. 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, 2012 Lexus IS (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Abarth 750. (69 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Abarth 750. 2012 Lexus IS has automatic transmission and 1958 Abarth 750 has manual transmission. 1958 Abarth 750 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Lexus IS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Abarth 750 | 2012 Lexus IS | |
Make | Abarth | Lexus |
Model | 750 | IS |
Year Released | 1958 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 2231 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1545 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4585 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2731 mm |