2009 Fiat 500 vs. 1984 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 2009 Fiat 500 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Lincoln Continental. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Lincoln Continental would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Lincoln Continental (138 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2009 Fiat 500. (101 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 2009 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 695 kg more than 2009 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 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 1984 Lincoln Continental. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Fiat 500, 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, 1984 Lincoln Continental (339 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Fiat 500. (132 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1984 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat 500 | 1984 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Fiat | Lincoln |
| Model | 500 | Continental |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 4942 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3550 mm | 5120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2760 mm |
