1961 Fiat 1300 vs. 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII
To start off, 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII is newer by 37 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII (290 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 226 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 1300. (64 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII weights approximately 2797 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, 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 1300. (93 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 1300. 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII has automatic transmission and 1961 Fiat 1300 has manual transmission. 1961 Fiat 1300 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 1300 | 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII | |
| Make | Fiat | Lincoln |
| Model | 1300 | Mark VIII |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1295 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.1 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 3757 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5263 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1361 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2870 mm |
