1964 Fiat 850 vs. 2004 Lincoln Mark X
To start off, 2004 Lincoln Mark X is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 3,900 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Lincoln Mark X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lincoln Mark X (280 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1964 Fiat 850. (33 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lincoln Mark X should accelerate faster than 1964 Fiat 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lincoln Mark X weights approximately 1255 kg more than 1964 Fiat 850. 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, 2004 Lincoln Mark X (388 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Fiat 850. (55 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Lincoln Mark X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Fiat 850. 2004 Lincoln Mark X has automatic transmission and 1964 Fiat 850 has manual transmission. 1964 Fiat 850 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Lincoln Mark X will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Fiat 850 | 2004 Lincoln Mark X | |
| Make | Fiat | Lincoln |
| Model | 850 | Mark X |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 767 cc | 3900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 55 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 116 km/hour | 233 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 670 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2770 mm |
