1968 Fiat 124 vs. 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII
To start off, 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII (280 HP) has 221 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 124. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII weights approximately 2847 kg more than 1968 Fiat 124. 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, 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII (386 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 297 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 124. (89 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 124. 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII has automatic transmission and 1968 Fiat 124 has manual transmission. 1968 Fiat 124 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Fiat 124 | 1996 Lincoln Mark VIII | |
| Make | Fiat | Lincoln |
| Model | 124 | Mark VIII |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 280 HP |
| Torque | 89 Nm | 386 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 3757 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 5265 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1361 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2870 mm |
