1988 Fiat 126 vs. 1999 Lincoln LS
To start off, 1999 Lincoln LS is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Lincoln LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lincoln LS (208 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1988 Fiat 126. (26 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lincoln LS should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lincoln LS weights approximately 1039 kg more than 1988 Fiat 126. 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, 1999 Lincoln LS (277 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat 126. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Lincoln LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat 126 | 1999 Lincoln LS | |
| Make | Fiat | Lincoln |
| Model | 126 | LS |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 703 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 277 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 648 kg | 1687 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 68 L |
