2008 Ford Fiesta vs. 1970 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2008 Ford Fiesta is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 7,534 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Fiesta (263 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1970 Lincoln Continental. (209 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1970 Lincoln Continental. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 1133 kg more than 2008 Ford Fiesta.
Because 1970 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 1970 Lincoln Continental. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Ford Fiesta, 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, 1970 Lincoln Continental (464 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Fiesta. (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Fiesta | 1970 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Ford | Lincoln |
| Model | Fiesta | Continental |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 7534 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 209 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 464 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1077 kg | 2210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 5500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2980 mm |
