1955 Fiat 1400 vs. 2011 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 2011 Lincoln Town Car is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lincoln Town Car (239 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1955 Fiat 1400. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 1955 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 924 kg more than 1955 Fiat 1400. 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. 2011 Lincoln Town Car has automatic transmission and 1955 Fiat 1400 has manual transmission. 1955 Fiat 1400 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Lincoln Town Car will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Fiat 1400 | 2011 Lincoln Town Car | |
Make | Fiat | Lincoln |
Model | 1400 | Town Car |
Year Released | 1955 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1395 cc | 4600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 239 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 2049 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5624 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1994 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1501 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3142 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 72 L |