1958 Abarth 750 vs. 1982 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 1982 Lincoln Continental is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Lincoln Continental (114 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1958 Abarth 750. (60 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1958 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 995 kg more than 1958 Abarth 750. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1982 Lincoln Continental (237 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Abarth 750. (69 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1982 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Abarth 750 | 1982 Lincoln Continental | |
Make | Abarth | Lincoln |
Model | 750 | Continental |
Year Released | 1958 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 3797 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2760 mm |