1969 Fiat 130 vs. 2007 Lexus IS
To start off, 2007 Lexus IS is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lexus IS (205 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lexus IS weights approximately 165 kg more than 1969 Fiat 130. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Lexus IS. (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1969 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Lexus IS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Fiat 130 | 2007 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Fiat | Lexus |
| Model | 130 | IS |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 65 L |
