1960 Abarth 750 vs. 1991 Lexus LS
To start off, 1991 Lexus LS is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 3,969 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Lexus LS (242 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 750. (43 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Lexus LS weights approximately 1225 kg more than 1960 Abarth 750. 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, 1991 Lexus LS (351 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 294 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 750. (57 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1991 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 750. 1991 Lexus LS has automatic transmission and 1960 Abarth 750 has manual transmission. 1960 Abarth 750 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1991 Lexus LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Abarth 750 | 1991 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Abarth | Lexus |
| Model | 750 | LS |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 3969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2820 mm |
