1963 Lancia Flavia vs. 2001 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2001 Mercury Sable is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Lancia Flavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Lancia Flavia would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mercury Sable (153 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1963 Lancia Flavia. (92 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1963 Lancia Flavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercury Sable weights approximately 322 kg more than 1963 Lancia Flavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 Mercury Sable (252 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Lancia Flavia. (144 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Lancia Flavia. 2001 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 1963 Lancia Flavia has manual transmission. 1963 Lancia Flavia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Mercury Sable will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Lancia Flavia | 2001 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Lancia | Mercury |
| Model | Flavia | Sable |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1800 cc | 2986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1188 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 85 L |
