1949 Fiat 1500 vs. 1989 Lexus LS
To start off, 1989 Lexus LS is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 3,969 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lexus LS (242 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1949 Fiat 1500. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1949 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lexus LS weights approximately 618 kg more than 1949 Fiat 1500. 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. 1989 Lexus LS has automatic transmission and 1949 Fiat 1500 has manual transmission. 1949 Fiat 1500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Lexus LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Fiat 1500 | 1989 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Fiat | Lexus |
| Model | 1500 | LS |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 3969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1818 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 85 L |
