1964 Fiat 500 vs. 2001 Lexus IS
To start off, 2001 Lexus IS is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lexus IS (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1964 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1964 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lexus IS weights approximately 854 kg more than 1964 Fiat 500. 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, 2001 Lexus IS (247 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Fiat 500 | 2001 Lexus IS | |
Make | Fiat | Lexus |
Model | 500 | IS |
Year Released | 1964 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 36 Nm | 247 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 546 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 70 L |