1972 Fiat 128 vs. 2012 Lexus LX
To start off, 2012 Lexus LX is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 128. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 128 would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Lexus LX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Lexus LX (383 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 309 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 128. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus LX should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 128. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lexus LX weights approximately 1869 kg more than 1972 Fiat 128. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2012 Lexus LX (546 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 451 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 128. (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Lexus LX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 128.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 128 | 2012 Lexus LX | |
| Make | Fiat | Lexus |
| Model | 128 | LX |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 383 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 546 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 2719 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4991 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1971 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2850 mm |
