1975 Fiat 130 vs. 1999 Lincoln LS
To start off, 1999 Lincoln LS is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lincoln LS (208 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1975 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 1975 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lincoln LS weights approximately 87 kg more than 1975 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, 1999 Lincoln LS (277 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 Lincoln LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Fiat 130 | 1999 Lincoln LS | |
| Make | Fiat | Lincoln |
| Model | 130 | LS |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 277 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 68 L |
