1970 Fiat 130 vs. 2008 Lexus LS
To start off, 2008 Lexus LS is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 4,969 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lexus LS (389 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lexus LS weights approximately 885 kg more than 1970 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, 2008 Lexus LS (522 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Fiat 130 | 2008 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Fiat | Lexus |
| Model | 130 | LS |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 4969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 389 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 2485 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3100 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 84 L |
