1959 Abarth 600 vs. 2001 Lexus IS
To start off, 2001 Lexus IS is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 2,994 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lexus IS (225 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 600. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lexus IS weights approximately 905 kg more than 1959 Abarth 600. 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, 2001 Lexus IS (298 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 600. 2001 Lexus IS has automatic transmission and 1959 Abarth 600 has manual transmission. 1959 Abarth 600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Lexus IS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Abarth 600 | 2001 Lexus IS | |
Make | Abarth | Lexus |
Model | 600 | IS |
Year Released | 1959 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 2994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 298 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 61 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 64 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2730 mm |