1972 Fiat 125 vs. 2007 Lexus LS
To start off, 2007 Lexus LS is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 125. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 125 would be higher. At 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lexus LS (279 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 125. (90 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 125. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lexus LS weights approximately 882 kg more than 1972 Fiat 125. 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, 2007 Lexus LS (417 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 125. (131 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 125. 2007 Lexus LS has automatic transmission and 1972 Fiat 125 has manual transmission. 1972 Fiat 125 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Lexus LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 125 | 2007 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Fiat | Lexus |
| Model | 125 | LS |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 417 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 161 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1842 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2930 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 84 L |
