1956 Abarth 750 vs. 2009 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2009 Mercury Sable is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 3,494 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercury Sable (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1956 Abarth 750. (47 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Sable weights approximately 1365 kg more than 1956 Abarth 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Mercury Sable is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Abarth 750. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Sable will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Mercury Sable (338 Nm) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Abarth 750. (54 Nm). This means 2009 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Abarth 750. 2009 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 1956 Abarth 750 has manual transmission. 1956 Abarth 750 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mercury Sable will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Abarth 750 | 2009 Mercury Sable | |
Make | Abarth | Mercury |
Model | 750 | Sable |
Year Released | 1956 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 3494 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 263 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 338 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 27 L | 78 L |