1958 Fiat 1900 vs. 2005 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 2005 Lincoln Town Car is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Fiat 1900. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Fiat 1900 would be higher. At 4,603 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lincoln Town Car (239 HP) has 160 more horse power than 1958 Fiat 1900. (79 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat 1900. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 729 kg more than 1958 Fiat 1900. 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 1958 Fiat 1900 has manual transmission. 1958 Fiat 1900 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:
| 1958 Fiat 1900 | 2005 Lincoln Town Car | |
| Make | Fiat | Lincoln |
| Model | 1900 | Town Car |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 4603 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 239 HP |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1248 kg | 1977 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3000 mm |
