1959 Fiat 1500 vs. 2006 Lexus IS
To start off, 2006 Lexus IS is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 3,441 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lexus IS (306 HP) has 226 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1500. (80 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1500.
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, 2006 Lexus IS (376 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1500. (104 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 1500 | 2006 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Fiat | Lexus |
| Model | 1500 | IS |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 3441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 306 HP |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 65 L |
