1976 Fiat 130 vs. 2009 Lexus LS
To start off, 2009 Lexus LS is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lexus LS (357 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1976 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1976 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lexus LS weights approximately 263 kg more than 1976 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, 2009 Lexus LS (466 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Fiat 130 | 2009 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Fiat | Lexus |
| Model | 130 | LS |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 357 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 466 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 94.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 83 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1602 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2980 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 84 L |
