1960 Abarth 850 vs. 2009 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2009 Mercury Sable is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Abarth 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Abarth 850 would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mercury Sable (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1960 Abarth 850. (51 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1960 Abarth 850. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Sable weights approximately 1262 kg more than 1960 Abarth 850. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Abarth 850 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 1960 Abarth 850. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Mercury Sable (338 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Abarth 850. (70 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Abarth 850. 2009 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 1960 Abarth 850 has manual transmission. 1960 Abarth 850 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:
| 1960 Abarth 850 | 2009 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Abarth | Mercury |
| Model | 850 | Sable |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 850 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1832 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 78 L |
