1964 Abarth 700 vs. 2002 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2002 Mercury Sable is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Abarth 700 would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercury Sable (153 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1964 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1964 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercury Sable weights approximately 995 kg more than 1964 Abarth 700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 Abarth 700 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 1964 Abarth 700. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 Mercury Sable (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Abarth 700. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 2002 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Abarth 700. 2002 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 1964 Abarth 700 has manual transmission. 1964 Abarth 700 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Mercury Sable will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Abarth 700 | 2002 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Abarth | Mercury |
| Model | 700 | Sable |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 68 L |
