1961 Abarth 600 vs. 1999 Lexus IS
To start off, 1999 Lexus IS is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lexus IS (153 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1961 Abarth 600. (47 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1961 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lexus IS weights approximately 805 kg more than 1961 Abarth 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 IS (195 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Abarth 600. (66 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1999 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Abarth 600 | 1999 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Abarth | Lexus |
| Model | 600 | IS |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 66 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
