1952 Fiat 8V vs. 2005 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2005 Mercury Sable is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Fiat 8V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Fiat 8V would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Sable (152 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1952 Fiat 8V. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1952 Fiat 8V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Sable weights approximately 635 kg more than 1952 Fiat 8V. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1952 Fiat 8V 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 1952 Fiat 8V. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Sable, 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, 2005 Mercury Sable (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Fiat 8V. (145 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 2005 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Fiat 8V. 2005 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 1952 Fiat 8V has manual transmission. 1952 Fiat 8V will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mercury Sable will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Fiat 8V | 2005 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercury |
| Model | 8V | Sable |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1901 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 61.3 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 68 L |
