1972 Fiat 130 vs. 2003 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2003 Lincoln Continental is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Lincoln Continental (217 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 150 kg more than 1972 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, 2003 Lincoln Continental (372 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2003 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 130 | 2003 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Fiat | Lincoln |
| Model | 130 | Continental |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 75 L |
