1969 Fiat 124 vs. 1995 Lexus GS
To start off, 1995 Lexus GS is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 3,969 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lexus GS (290 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 124. (110 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lexus GS weights approximately 864 kg more than 1969 Fiat 124. 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, 1995 Lexus GS (407 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 124. (134 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1995 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 124. 1995 Lexus GS has automatic transmission and 1969 Fiat 124 has manual transmission. 1969 Fiat 124 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Lexus GS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Fiat 124 | 1995 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Fiat | Lexus |
| Model | 124 | GS |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 3969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1824 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 85 L |
