1978 Fiat 133 vs. 1991 Toyota Lexcen
To start off, 1991 Toyota Lexcen is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Fiat 133. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Fiat 133 would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Toyota Lexcen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Toyota Lexcen (171 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1978 Fiat 133. (33 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Toyota Lexcen should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Toyota Lexcen weights approximately 640 kg more than 1978 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, 1991 Toyota Lexcen (293 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1991 Toyota Lexcen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Fiat 133 | 1991 Toyota Lexcen | |
| Make | Fiat | Toyota |
| Model | 133 | Lexcen |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 842 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3460 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2740 mm |
