1961 Fiat Berline vs. 2012 Lexus GX
To start off, 2012 Lexus GX is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat Berline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat Berline would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Lexus GX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lexus GX (301 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1961 Fiat Berline. (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus GX should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat Berline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lexus GX weights approximately 1136 kg more than 1961 Fiat Berline. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Lexus GX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Fiat Berline. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Lexus GX will offer significantly more control. 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, 2012 Lexus GX (446 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat Berline. (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Lexus GX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat Berline.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat Berline | 2012 Lexus GX | |
| Make | Fiat | Lexus |
| Model | Berline | GX |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2279 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 446 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 2406 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4806 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1885 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2789 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 87 L |
