1949 Fiat 1500 vs. 1962 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 1962 Lincoln Continental is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Fiat 1500 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 253 more horse power than 1949 Fiat 1500. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1962 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1949 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 1128 kg more than 1949 Fiat 1500. 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 1949 Fiat 1500 has manual transmission. 1949 Fiat 1500 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:
| 1949 Fiat 1500 | 1962 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Fiat | Lincoln |
| Model | 1500 | Continental |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1962 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1492 cc | 7043 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 109.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 94 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 2328 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 3130 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 90 L |
