1967 Fiat 2300 vs. 2004 Lexus IS
To start off, 2004 Lexus IS is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Fiat 2300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Fiat 2300 would be higher. At 2,277 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Fiat 2300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lexus IS (153 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 2300. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lexus IS weights approximately 90 kg more than 1967 Fiat 2300. 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, 2004 Lexus IS (195 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 2300. (179 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 2300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Fiat 2300 | 2004 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Fiat | Lexus |
| Model | 2300 | IS |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2277 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
