1978 Fiat Strada vs. 1996 Lexus LX
To start off, 1996 Lexus LX is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Fiat Strada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Fiat Strada would be higher. At 4,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Lexus LX is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lexus LX weights approximately 1610 kg more than 1978 Fiat Strada.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1996 Lexus LX (373 Nm) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat Strada. (91 Nm). This means 1996 Lexus LX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Fiat Strada | 1996 Lexus LX | |
| Make | Fiat | Lexus |
| Model | Strada | LX |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 4498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 2430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2860 mm |
