1961 Fiat 600 vs. 2009 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2009 Mercury Sable is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 600 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 240 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 600. (23 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercury Sable weights approximately 1095 kg more than 1961 Fiat 600. 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 1961 Fiat 600. 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 @ 4500 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 600. (45 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 600. 2009 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 1961 Fiat 600 has manual transmission. 1961 Fiat 600 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:
| 1961 Fiat 600 | 2009 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercury |
| Model | 600 | Sable |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 767 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 12.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 78 L |
