1961 Fiat 1300 vs. 1982 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 1982 Lincoln Continental is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 1300 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 50 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 1300. (64 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 575 kg more than 1961 Fiat 1300. 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 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 1300. (93 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1982 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Fiat 1300 | 1982 Lincoln Continental | |
Make | Fiat | Lincoln |
Model | 1300 | Continental |
Year Released | 1961 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1295 cc | 3797 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 237 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 96.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1535 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 87 L |