1959 Fiat 600 vs. 1999 Lexus SC
To start off, 1999 Lexus SC is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lexus SC (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 600. (20 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lexus SC weights approximately 725 kg more than 1959 Fiat 600. 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, 1999 Lexus SC (290 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fiat 600 | 1999 Lexus SC | |
Make | Fiat | Lexus |
Model | 600 | SC |
Year Released | 1959 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 633 cc | 2997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 40 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 70 L |