1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero vs. 2000 Lexus IS
To start off, 2000 Lexus IS is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lexus IS (153 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. (91 HP @ 7100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lexus IS weights approximately 830 kg more than 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. 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, 2000 Lexus IS (195 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero. (104 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2000 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 1000 Bialbero | 2000 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Abarth | Lexus |
| Model | 1000 Bialbero | IS |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7100 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 70 L |
