1978 Fiat 133 vs. 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII
To start off, 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Fiat 133. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Fiat 133 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII (280 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1978 Fiat 133. (33 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII weights approximately 3067 kg more than 1978 Fiat 133. 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, 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII (386 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat 133.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Fiat 133 | 1998 Lincoln Mark VIII | |
Make | Fiat | Lincoln |
Model | 133 | Mark VIII |
Year Released | 1978 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 842 cc | 4601 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 33 HP | 280 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 386 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 90.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 90 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 3757 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3460 mm | 5263 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1361 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2870 mm |