1970 Fiat 130 vs. 1974 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 1974 Lincoln Continental is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 7,541 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Lincoln Continental (217 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 730 kg more than 1970 Fiat 130. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Lincoln Continental (488 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1974 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Fiat 130 | 1974 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Fiat | Lincoln |
| Model | 130 | Continental |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 7541 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 488 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 2330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 3230 mm |
