1960 Fiat 500 vs. 2006 Lincoln Navigator
To start off, 2006 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lincoln Navigator (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 1960 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 1960 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 1881 kg more than 1960 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Lincoln Navigator is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Fiat 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Lincoln Navigator will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Lincoln Navigator (496 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 466 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Fiat 500. (30 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Fiat 500 | 2006 Lincoln Navigator | |
Make | Fiat | Lincoln |
Model | 500 | Navigator |
Year Released | 1960 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 500 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 30 Nm | 496 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 106 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 2436 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 5280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1960 mm | 3020 mm |