1973 Fiat 132 vs. 1983 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 1983 Lincoln Continental is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 132. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 132 would be higher. At 2,443 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Lincoln Continental (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 132. (111 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 132. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 591 kg more than 1973 Fiat 132. 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, 1983 Lincoln Continental (210 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 132. (147 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1983 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 132.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 132 | 1983 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Fiat | Lincoln |
| Model | 132 | Continental |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1754 cc | 2443 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1686 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2760 mm |
