1959 Fiat 1500 vs. 2011 Lexus LX
To start off, 2011 Lexus LX 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Lexus LX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lexus LX (383 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 304 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1500. (79 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lexus LX should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1500.
Because 2011 Lexus LX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Fiat 1500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Lexus LX 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 LX (546 Nm) has 437 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1500. (109 Nm). This means 2011 Lexus LX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1500. 2011 Lexus LX 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 LX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 1500 | 2011 Lexus LX | |
| Make | Fiat | Lexus |
| Model | 1500 | LX |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1481 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 383 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 546 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4991 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1971 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2850 mm |
