1976 Fiat 126 vs. 2005 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 2005 Lincoln Town Car is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lincoln Town Car (240 HP) has 217 more horse power than 1976 Fiat 126. (23 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 1976 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 1422 kg more than 1976 Fiat 126. 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, 2005 Lincoln Town Car (389 Nm) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Fiat 126. (39 Nm). This means 2005 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Fiat 126 | 2005 Lincoln Town Car | |
| Make | Fiat | Lincoln |
| Model | 126 | Town Car |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 594 cc | 4605 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 240 HP |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 389 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 2002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 5480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 20 L | 72 L |
