1996 Fiat Palio vs. 1979 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 1996 Fiat Palio is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 6,554 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Lincoln Continental (129 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Palio. (60 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 960 kg more than 1996 Fiat Palio. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 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 1979 Lincoln Continental. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Palio, 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, 1979 Lincoln Continental (313 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Palio. (80 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Palio.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Palio | 1979 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Fiat | Lincoln |
| Model | Palio | Continental |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 994 cc | 6554 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 313 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 54.8 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 5570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2990 mm |
