1977 Fiat 133 vs. 2000 Lexus GS
To start off, 2000 Lexus GS is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Fiat 133. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Fiat 133 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lexus GS (216 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1977 Fiat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1977 Fiat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lexus GS weights approximately 1030 kg more than 1977 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, 2000 Lexus GS (294 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Fiat 133. (55 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Fiat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Fiat 133 | 2000 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Fiat | Lexus |
| Model | 133 | GS |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 843 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 216 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 55 Nm | 294 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.9:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3460 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2810 mm |
