1973 Fiat 500 vs. 2009 Lexus IS
To start off, 2009 Lexus IS is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 2,231 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lexus IS (175 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lexus IS weights approximately 1135 kg more than 1973 Fiat 500. 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 IS (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 363 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 500. (37 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Fiat 500 | 2009 Lexus IS | |
Make | Fiat | Lexus |
Model | 500 | IS |
Year Released | 1973 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 594 cc | 2231 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 37 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 525 kg | 1660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2740 mm |