2006 Fiat Stilo vs. 1982 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2006 Fiat Stilo is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Stilo (131 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1982 Lincoln Continental. (114 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 1982 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 75 kg more than 2006 Fiat Stilo.
Because 1982 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 1982 Lincoln Continental. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Stilo, 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, 1982 Lincoln Continental (237 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Fiat Stilo. (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Fiat Stilo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Stilo | 1982 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Fiat | Lincoln |
| Model | Stilo | Continental |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1746 cc | 3797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 131 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 237 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 96.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.7 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 87 L |
