1973 Fiat 850 vs. 1995 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 1995 Lincoln Continental is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lincoln Continental (217 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 850.
Because 1973 Fiat 850 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 1973 Fiat 850. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Lincoln Continental, 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, 1995 Lincoln Continental (372 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 850. (69 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 850 | 1995 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Fiat | Lincoln |
| Model | 850 | Continental |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 4599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 153 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2780 mm |
