1970 Fiat 500 vs. 2005 Lincoln Navigator
To start off, 2005 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lincoln Navigator (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 286 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lincoln Navigator should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 1777 kg more than 1970 Fiat 500. 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, 2005 Lincoln Navigator (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 471 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 500. (24 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Fiat 500 | 2005 Lincoln Navigator | |
Make | Fiat | Lincoln |
Model | 500 | Navigator |
Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 5408 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 14 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 24 Nm | 495 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 480 kg | 2257 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3030 mm | 5280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1310 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 3020 mm |