1972 Fiat 850 vs. 2002 Lincoln LS
To start off, 2002 Lincoln LS is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Lincoln LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Lincoln LS (208 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1972 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 1972 Fiat 850.
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, 2002 Lincoln LS (278 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Fiat 850. (69 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Lincoln LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Fiat 850 | 2002 Lincoln LS | |
| Make | Fiat | Lincoln |
| Model | 850 | LS |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2910 mm |
