1962 Lincoln Continental vs. 2010 Fiat Strada
To start off, 2010 Fiat Strada is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 7,043 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Lincoln Continental (300 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Strada. (84 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Strada.
Because 1962 Lincoln Continental 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 1962 Lincoln Continental. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Strada, 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, 1962 Lincoln Continental (630 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 510 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Strada. (120 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1962 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Strada. 1962 Lincoln Continental has automatic transmission and 2010 Fiat Strada has manual transmission. 2010 Fiat Strada will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1962 Lincoln Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Lincoln Continental | 2010 Fiat Strada | |
| Make | Lincoln | Fiat |
| Model | Continental | Strada |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7043 cc | 1368 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 84 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 630 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5420 mm | 4444 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1644 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2718 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 58 L |
