1974 Fiat 500 vs. 2004 Lincoln LS
To start off, 2004 Lincoln LS is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Lincoln LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lincoln LS (232 HP) has 214 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 500. (18 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lincoln LS weights approximately 1171 kg more than 1974 Fiat 500. 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, 2004 Lincoln LS (298 Nm) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 500. (27 Nm). This means 2004 Lincoln LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 500 | 2004 Lincoln LS | |
| Make | Fiat | Lincoln |
| Model | 500 | LS |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 232 HP |
| Torque | 27 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 67.4 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 80 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 516 kg | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 68 L |
