1961 Fiat 1100 vs. 2006 Lexus SC
To start off, 2006 Lexus SC is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 4,277 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lexus SC (288 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 1100. (43 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lexus SC weights approximately 677 kg more than 1961 Fiat 1100. 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, 2006 Lexus SC (431 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 1100 | 2006 Lexus SC | |
| Make | Fiat | Lexus |
| Model | 1100 | SC |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 4277 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 431 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68.1 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.9 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1547 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2630 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 75 L |
