1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 2005 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2005 Mercury Sable is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 2,964 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Sable (201 HP) has 86 more horse power than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (115 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Sable weights approximately 454 kg more than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. 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 (281 Nm) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (145 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 2005 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercury |
| Model | Giulia | Sable |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 2964 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 201 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 281 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 80 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1504 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 68 L |
