1959 Fiat 1500 vs. 2002 Lincoln LS
To start off, 2002 Lincoln LS is newer by 43 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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Lincoln LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lincoln LS (208 HP) has 128 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1500. (80 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Lincoln LS weights approximately 697 kg more than 1959 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. Let's talk about torque, 2002 Lincoln LS (278 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1500. (104 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 Lincoln LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Fiat 1500 | 2002 Lincoln LS | |
| Make | Fiat | Lincoln |
| Model | 1500 | LS |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 208 HP |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 68 L |
