1975 Fiat 133 vs. 2009 Lexus IS
To start off, 2009 Lexus IS is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Fiat 133. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Fiat 133 would be higher. At 2,499 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lexus IS (204 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1975 Fiat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1975 Fiat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lexus IS weights approximately 960 kg more than 1975 Fiat 133. 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, 2009 Lexus IS (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Fiat 133. (55 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Fiat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Fiat 133 | 2009 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Fiat | Lexus |
| Model | 133 | IS |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 55 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.9:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3460 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2740 mm |
