1964 Fiat 500 vs. 2006 Lexus GS
To start off, 2006 Lexus GS is newer by 42 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 4,277 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lexus GS (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 278 more horse power than 1964 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1964 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lexus GS weights approximately 1224 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, 2006 Lexus GS (441 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 405 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Fiat 500. 2006 Lexus GS has automatic transmission and 1964 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1964 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Lexus GS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Fiat 500 | 2006 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Fiat | Lexus |
| Model | 500 | GS |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 4277 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 546 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 71 L |
