1973 Fiat 124 vs. 1986 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 1986 Lincoln Continental is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Lincoln Continental (148 HP) has 89 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 124. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 785 kg more than 1973 Fiat 124. 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, 1986 Lincoln Continental (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 124. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1986 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 124 | 1986 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Fiat | Lincoln |
| Model | 124 | Continental |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 148 HP |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73.1 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2760 mm |
