1960 Lancia Flaminia vs. 2004 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2004 Mercury Sable is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercury Sable (155 HP) has 54 more horse power than 1960 Lancia Flaminia. (101 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1960 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Sable weights approximately 73 kg more than 1960 Lancia Flaminia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mercury Sable (251 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Lancia Flaminia. (186 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Lancia Flaminia | 2004 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Lancia | Mercury |
| Model | Flaminia | Sable |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 155 HP |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1513 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 68 L |
