1988 Fiat 126 vs. 2000 Lexus GS
To start off, 2000 Lexus GS is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Lexus GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lexus GS (279 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1988 Fiat 126. (26 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Lexus GS weights approximately 1094 kg more than 1988 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, 2000 Lexus GS (441 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 392 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat 126. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2000 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat 126. 2000 Lexus GS has automatic transmission and 1988 Fiat 126 has manual transmission. 1988 Fiat 126 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Lexus GS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat 126 | 2000 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Fiat | Lexus |
| Model | 126 | GS |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 703 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 82.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.6:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 116 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 648 kg | 1742 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 75 L |
