1959 Fiat 600 vs. 2004 Lexus IS
To start off, 2004 Lexus IS is newer by 45 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 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lexus IS (153 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 600. (20 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lexus IS weights approximately 650 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, 2004 Lexus IS (195 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 600. 2004 Lexus IS has automatic transmission and 1959 Fiat 600 has manual transmission. 1959 Fiat 600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Lexus IS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fiat 600 | 2004 Lexus IS | |
Make | Fiat | Lexus |
Model | 600 | IS |
Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 633 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 20 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 40 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 750 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 70 L |