1985 Abarth Lancia 037 vs. 2012 Lincoln Navigator
To start off, 2012 Lincoln Navigator is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Abarth Lancia 037. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 would be higher. At 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Lincoln Navigator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 (346 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2012 Lincoln Navigator. (310 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 should accelerate faster than 2012 Lincoln Navigator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Lincoln Navigator weights approximately 1782 kg more than 1985 Abarth Lancia 037.
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, 2012 Lincoln Navigator (494 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Abarth Lancia 037. (300 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Lincoln Navigator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Abarth Lancia 037. 2012 Lincoln Navigator has automatic transmission and 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 has manual transmission. 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Lincoln Navigator will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Abarth Lancia 037 | 2012 Lincoln Navigator | |
| Make | Abarth | Lincoln |
| Model | Lancia 037 | Navigator |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2012 |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 300 Nm | 494 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 2742 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 5672 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2002 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1984 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3327 mm |
