1970 Lincoln Continental vs. 2011 Honda Fit
To start off, 2011 Honda Fit is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 7,534 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Lincoln Continental (209 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2011 Honda Fit. (117 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 2011 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 1067 kg more than 2011 Honda Fit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Lincoln Continental 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 1970 Lincoln Continental. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Honda Fit, 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, 1970 Lincoln Continental (464 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1970 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Lincoln Continental | 2011 Honda Fit | |
Make | Lincoln | Honda |
Model | Continental | Fit |
Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7534 cc | 1500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 209 HP | 117 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
Torque | 464 Nm | 144 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2210 kg | 1143 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5500 mm | 4105 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1694 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1524 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2499 mm |