1965 Fiat 500 vs. 2002 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2002 Lincoln Continental is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lincoln Continental (410 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 388 more horse power than 1965 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1965 Fiat 500.
Because 1965 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 1965 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Lincoln Continental (571 Nm @ 5250 RPM) has 535 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Fiat 500 | 2002 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Fiat | Lincoln |
| Model | 500 | Continental |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 498 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 410 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 571 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 5450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1960 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1510 mm |
