1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta vs. 2005 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2005 Mercury Sable is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Sable (153 HP) has 101 more horse power than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (52 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Sable weights approximately 638 kg more than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercury Sable (252 Nm) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta. (94 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Alfa Romeo Giulietta | 2005 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercury |
| Model | Giulietta | Sable |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 153 HP |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 1513 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 39 L | 68 L |
