1965 Fiat Coupe vs. 2000 Lexus SC

To start off, 2000 Lexus SC is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Fiat Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Fiat Coupe would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Lexus SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lexus SC (225 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1965 Fiat Coupe. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lexus SC should accelerate faster than 1965 Fiat Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lexus SC weights approximately 246 kg more than 1965 Fiat Coupe. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Let's talk about torque, 2000 Lexus SC (290 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Fiat Coupe. (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Lexus SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Fiat Coupe.

Compare all specifications:

1965 Fiat Coupe 2000 Lexus SC
Make Fiat Lexus
Model Coupe SC
Year Released 1965 2000
Body Type Coupe Convertible
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2277 cc 2997 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 148 HP 225 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 200 Nm 290 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 4800 RPM
Engine Bore Size 78 mm 86 mm
Engine Stroke Size 79.5 mm 86 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1230 kg 1476 kg
Vehicle Length 4630 mm 4870 mm
Vehicle Width 1640 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1350 mm
Wheelbase Size 2660 mm 2700 mm