1948 Fiat 500 vs. 1962 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 1962 Lincoln Continental is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 7,043 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Lincoln Continental (300 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 284 more horse power than 1948 Fiat 500. (16 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1948 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 1538 kg more than 1948 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. 1962 Lincoln Continental has automatic transmission and 1948 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1948 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1962 Lincoln Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Fiat 500 | 1962 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Fiat | Lincoln |
| Model | 500 | Continental |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 569 cc | 7043 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 16 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 52 mm | 109.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67 mm | 94 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 2328 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3220 mm | 5420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 3130 mm |
