1972 Fiat 130 vs. 2002 Lexus LX
To start off, 2002 Lexus LX is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Lexus LX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lexus LX (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lexus LX should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lexus LX weights approximately 836 kg more than 1972 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, 2002 Lexus LX (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2002 Lexus LX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 130 | 2002 Lexus LX | |
| Make | Fiat | Lexus |
| Model | 130 | LX |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 2436 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 66 L |
