1974 Fiat 130 vs. 1993 Lincoln Mark VIII
To start off, 1993 Lincoln Mark VIII is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Lincoln Mark VIII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Lincoln Mark VIII (280 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Lincoln Mark VIII should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Lincoln Mark VIII weights approximately 2157 kg more than 1974 Fiat 130. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Lincoln Mark VIII (386 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 130. (256 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1993 Lincoln Mark VIII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 130 | 1993 Lincoln Mark VIII | |
| Make | Fiat | Lincoln |
| Model | 130 | Mark VIII |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 386 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 3757 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5255 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1361 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2870 mm |
