1974 Fiat 124 vs. 1982 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 1982 Lincoln Continental is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 124 would be higher. At 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Lincoln Continental (114 HP) has 55 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 124. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 625 kg more than 1974 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, 1982 Lincoln Continental (237 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 124. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1982 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 124 | 1982 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Fiat | Lincoln |
| Model | 124 | Continental |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 3797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 114 HP |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 96.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 87 L |
