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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lexus LS (438 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 359 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1500. (79 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1500.
Because 2011 Lexus LS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Fiat 1500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Lexus LS 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, 2011 Lexus LS (521 Nm) has 412 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1500. (109 Nm). This means 2011 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 1500 | 2011 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Fiat | Lexus |
| Model | 1500 | LS |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1481 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 438 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 521 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5179 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3091 mm |
