1968 Fiat 600 vs. 2009 Lexus LS
To start off, 2009 Lexus LS is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lexus LS (381 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 358 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 600. (23 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lexus LS weights approximately 935 kg more than 1968 Fiat 600. 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, 2009 Lexus LS (498 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 453 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 600. (45 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 600. 2009 Lexus LS has automatic transmission and 1968 Fiat 600 has manual transmission. 1968 Fiat 600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Lexus LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Fiat 600 | 2009 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Fiat | Lexus |
| Model | 600 | LS |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 767 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 381 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 498 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 11.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 84 L |
