1986 Lincoln Town Car vs. 1998 Fiat Siena
To start off, 1998 Fiat Siena is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Lincoln Town Car. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Lincoln Town Car would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Lincoln Town Car is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Lincoln Town Car (148 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Siena. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Lincoln Town Car should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Siena. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 530 kg more than 1998 Fiat Siena. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Lincoln Town Car 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 1986 Lincoln Town Car. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Fiat Siena, 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, 1986 Lincoln Town Car (366 Nm) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Siena. (200 Nm). This means 1986 Lincoln Town Car will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Siena. 1986 Lincoln Town Car has automatic transmission and 1998 Fiat Siena has manual transmission. 1998 Fiat Siena will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Lincoln Town Car will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Lincoln Town Car | 1998 Fiat Siena | |
Make | Lincoln | Fiat |
Model | Town Car | Siena |
Year Released | 1986 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1910 cc |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 200 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 1300 kg |