1959 Abarth 1000 vs. 2013 Lexus RX
To start off, 2013 Lexus RX is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 1000 would be higher. At 998 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Abarth 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Lexus RX (266 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 1000. (88 HP @ 8000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Lexus RX should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Lexus RX weights approximately 1290 kg more than 1959 Abarth 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Lexus RX is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Abarth 1000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Lexus RX will offer significantly more control. 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 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 1000. (97 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Lexus RX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 1000 | 2013 Lexus RX | |
| Make | Abarth | Lexus |
| Model | 1000 | RX |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 211 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 200 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1695 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2740 mm |
