2004 Fiat Panda vs. 1996 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2004 Fiat Panda is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lincoln Continental (218 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Panda. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Panda.
Because 2004 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Lincoln Continental. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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, 1996 Lincoln Continental (372 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Fiat Panda. (145 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1996 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Fiat Panda. 1996 Lincoln Continental has automatic transmission and 2004 Fiat Panda has manual transmission. 2004 Fiat Panda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Lincoln Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Panda | 1996 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Fiat | Lincoln |
| Model | Panda | Continental |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1251 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 69.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1430 mm |
