1984 Lincoln Continental vs. 1978 Fiat 131
To start off, 1984 Lincoln Continental is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Fiat 131. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Fiat 131 would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Lincoln Continental (138 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1978 Fiat 131. (59 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 520 kg more than 1978 Fiat 131. 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, 1984 Lincoln Continental (339 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat 131. (113 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1984 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat 131.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Lincoln Continental | 1978 Fiat 131 | |
| Make | Lincoln | Fiat |
| Model | Continental | 131 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5120 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2500 mm |
