1959 Fiat 1500 vs. 2011 Lexus LS
To start off, 2011 Lexus LS is newer by 52 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lexus LS (380 HP) has 300 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1500. (80 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lexus LS weights approximately 983 kg more than 1959 Fiat 1500. 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, 2011 Lexus LS (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 393 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1500. (104 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1500. 2011 Lexus LS has automatic transmission and 1959 Fiat 1500 has manual transmission. 1959 Fiat 1500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Lexus LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 1500 | 2011 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Fiat | Lexus |
| Model | 1500 | LS |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 380 HP |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 497 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1973 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2969 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 84 L |
