1978 Fiat 126 vs. 2007 Lincoln Mark LT
To start off, 2007 Lincoln Mark LT is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Lincoln Mark LT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Lincoln Mark LT (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1978 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Lincoln Mark LT should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Lincoln Mark LT weights approximately 1990 kg more than 1978 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, 2007 Lincoln Mark LT (523 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 481 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Lincoln Mark LT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat 126. 2007 Lincoln Mark LT has automatic transmission and 1978 Fiat 126 has manual transmission. 1978 Fiat 126 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Lincoln Mark LT will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Fiat 126 | 2007 Lincoln Mark LT | |
| Make | Fiat | Lincoln |
| Model | 126 | Mark LT |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 651 cc | 5408 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 523 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 90.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 105.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 2575 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 5690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 3520 mm |
