1969 Alfa Romeo 1750 vs. 2001 Lexus IS
To start off, 2001 Lexus IS is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750 would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lexus IS (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lexus IS weights approximately 320 kg more than 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750. 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, 2001 Lexus IS (247 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750. (167 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2001 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Alfa Romeo 1750 | 2001 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Lexus |
| Model | 1750 | IS |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1779 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 247 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |
