1963 Abarth 1600 vs. 1999 Mercury Sable
To start off, 1999 Mercury Sable is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Abarth 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Abarth 1600 would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Abarth 1600 (155 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1999 Mercury Sable. (153 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Abarth 1600 should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Sable weights approximately 766 kg more than 1963 Abarth 1600.
Because 1963 Abarth 1600 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 1963 Abarth 1600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Mercury Sable (251 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Abarth 1600. (167 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1999 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Abarth 1600. 1999 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 1963 Abarth 1600 has manual transmission. 1963 Abarth 1600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Mercury Sable will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Abarth 1600 | 1999 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Abarth | Mercury |
| Model | 1600 | Sable |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 2986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 744 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2760 mm |
