1961 Fiat 500 vs. 1995 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 1995 Lincoln Continental is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lincoln Continental (217 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 1210 kg more than 1961 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Fiat 500 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1961 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Lincoln Continental, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1995 Lincoln Continental (372 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1995 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 500. 1995 Lincoln Continental has automatic transmission and 1961 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1961 Fiat 500 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Lincoln Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 500 | 1995 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Fiat | Lincoln |
| Model | 500 | Continental |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 4599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.1:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 540 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2780 mm |
