1973 Fiat 500 vs. 2008 Lexus GS
To start off, 2008 Lexus GS is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 2,992 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Lexus GS (242 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 224 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Lexus GS weights approximately 1230 kg more than 1973 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, 2008 Lexus GS (294 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 500. 2008 Lexus GS has automatic transmission and 1973 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1973 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Lexus GS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 500 | 2008 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Fiat | Lexus |
| Model | 500 | GS |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 2992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 27 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 71 L |
