1983 Fiat 126 vs. 2007 Lexus IS
To start off, 2007 Lexus IS is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 2,499 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lexus IS (205 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1983 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lexus IS should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lexus IS weights approximately 1180 kg more than 1983 Fiat 126. 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, 2007 Lexus IS (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat 126. 2007 Lexus IS has automatic transmission and 1983 Fiat 126 has manual transmission. 1983 Fiat 126 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Lexus IS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat 126 | 2007 Lexus IS | |
| Make | Fiat | Lexus |
| Model | 126 | IS |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 650 cc | 2499 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2740 mm |
