1968 Fiat 600 vs. 1980 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 1980 Lincoln Continental is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Fiat 600 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 107 more horse power than 1968 Fiat 600. (23 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1968 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 1025 kg more than 1968 Fiat 600. 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 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Fiat 600. (45 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1980 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Fiat 600.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Fiat 600 | 1980 Lincoln Continental | |
Make | Fiat | Lincoln |
Model | 600 | Continental |
Year Released | 1968 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 767 cc | 4942 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 23 HP | 130 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 45 Nm | 313 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 5570 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2990 mm |