1962 Fiat 1300 vs. 1980 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 1980 Lincoln Continental is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Fiat 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Fiat 1300 would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Lincoln Continental (130 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1962 Fiat 1300. (64 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1962 Fiat 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 895 kg more than 1962 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, 1980 Lincoln Continental (313 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Fiat 1300. (93 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1980 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Fiat 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Fiat 1300 | 1980 Lincoln Continental | |
Make | Fiat | Lincoln |
Model | 1300 | Continental |
Year Released | 1962 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1295 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 313 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 101.6 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 76.2 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2990 mm |