1980 Lincoln Continental vs. 2010 Fiat Strada
To start off, 2010 Fiat Strada is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Lincoln Continental (130 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2010 Fiat Strada. (84 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat Strada.
Because 1980 Lincoln Continental is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1980 Lincoln Continental. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Fiat Strada, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1980 Lincoln Continental (313 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat Strada. (120 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1980 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Lincoln Continental | 2010 Fiat Strada | |
Make | Lincoln | Fiat |
Model | Continental | Strada |
Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 130 HP | 84 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 313 Nm | 120 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 72 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 84 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5570 mm | 4444 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1644 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1230 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2718 mm |