1959 Fiat 1500 vs. 1983 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 1983 Lincoln Continental is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 2,443 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Lincoln Continental (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1500. (79 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1500.
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, 1983 Lincoln Continental (210 Nm) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1500. (109 Nm). This means 1983 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 1500 | 1983 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Fiat | Lincoln |
| Model | 1500 | Continental |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1481 cc | 2443 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2760 mm |
