1949 Fiat 1500 vs. 2005 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 2005 Lincoln Town Car is newer by 56 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lincoln Town Car (240 HP) has 193 more horse power than 1949 Fiat 1500. (47 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 1949 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 802 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. 2005 Lincoln Town Car 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. 2005 Lincoln Town Car will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Fiat 1500 | 2005 Lincoln Town Car | |
| Make | Fiat | Lincoln |
| Model | 1500 | Town Car |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.2:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 2002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 72 L |
