1966 Abarth 595 vs. 2006 Lexus IS
To start off, 2006 Lexus IS is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Abarth 595. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Abarth 595 would be higher. At 2,231 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lexus IS (176 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1966 Abarth 595. (27 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1966 Abarth 595. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lexus IS weights approximately 1260 kg more than 1966 Abarth 595. 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 IS (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Abarth 595. (45 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Abarth 595.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Abarth 595 | 2006 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Abarth | Lexus |
| Model | 595 | IS |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 594 cc | 2231 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 27 HP | 176 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 15.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 470 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 30 L | 65 L |
