1945 Fiat 500 vs. 1999 Lincoln LS
To start off, 1999 Lincoln LS is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1945 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1945 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 2,967 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Lincoln LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lincoln LS (211 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1945 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 1945 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lincoln LS weights approximately 1117 kg more than 1945 Fiat 500. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1945 Fiat 500 | 1999 Lincoln LS | |
| Make | Fiat | Lincoln |
| Model | 500 | LS |
| Year Released | 1945 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 569 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 211 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 535 kg | 1652 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3220 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2990 mm |
