1983 Lincoln Continental vs. 2005 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2005 Skoda Fabia is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 4,940 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Lincoln Continental (129 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 2005 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 465 kg more than 2005 Skoda Fabia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1983 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 1983 Lincoln Continental. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Skoda Fabia, 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, 1983 Lincoln Continental (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Skoda Fabia. (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Skoda Fabia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Lincoln Continental | 2005 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Lincoln | Skoda |
| Model | Continental | Fabia |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4940 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 112 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 86.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1135 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 3970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2410 mm |
