1970 Fiat 500 vs. 1997 Lexus LS
To start off, 1997 Lexus LS is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 3,967 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Lexus LS (280 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Lexus LS weights approximately 1335 kg more than 1970 Fiat 500. 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, 1997 Lexus LS (398 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 374 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1997 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 500. 1997 Lexus LS has automatic transmission and 1970 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1970 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Lexus LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Fiat 500 | 1997 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Fiat | Lexus |
| Model | 500 | LS |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 3967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 24 Nm | 398 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 480 kg | 1815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3030 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2800 mm |
