2005 Lincoln Continental vs. 1971 Seat 124
To start off, 2005 Lincoln Continental is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Seat 124 would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lincoln Continental (217 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1971 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1971 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 820 kg more than 1971 Seat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Lincoln Continental (372 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2005 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lincoln Continental | 1971 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Lincoln | Seat |
| Model | Continental | 124 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 372 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5250 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2430 mm |
