1962 Fiat 2300 vs. 2004 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2004 Mercury Sable is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Fiat 2300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Fiat 2300 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 51 more horse power than 1962 Fiat 2300. (104 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1962 Fiat 2300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Sable weights approximately 203 kg more than 1962 Fiat 2300. 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 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Fiat 2300. (167 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Fiat 2300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Fiat 2300 | 2004 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercury |
| Model | 2300 | Sable |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2279 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 155 HP |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1513 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 68 L |
