1979 Fiat 133 vs. 2005 Lexus IS
To start off, 2005 Lexus IS is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Fiat 133. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Fiat 133 would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lexus IS (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1979 Fiat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1979 Fiat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lexus IS weights approximately 850 kg more than 1979 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, 2005 Lexus IS (310 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Fiat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Fiat 133.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Fiat 133 | 2005 Lexus IS | |
Make | Fiat | Lexus |
Model | 133 | IS |
Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 843 cc | 2999 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 310 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 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1540 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3460 mm | 4510 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2680 mm |