1959 Fiat 1800 vs. 2005 Lexus LS
To start off, 2005 Lexus LS is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1800 would be higher. At 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lexus LS (277 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1800. (86 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lexus LS weights approximately 615 kg more than 1959 Fiat 1800. 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, 2005 Lexus LS (418 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 276 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1800. (142 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1800. 2005 Lexus LS has automatic transmission and 1959 Fiat 1800 has manual transmission. 1959 Fiat 1800 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Lexus LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 1800 | 2005 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Fiat | Lexus |
| Model | 1800 | LS |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 277 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 418 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72.1 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.5 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2860 mm |
