1964 Fiat 500 vs. 2001 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2001 Mercury Sable is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mercury Sable (152 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1964 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1964 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercury Sable weights approximately 1080 kg more than 1964 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 Fiat 500 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 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Mercury Sable (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Fiat 500. 2001 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 1964 Fiat 500 has manual transmission. 1964 Fiat 500 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:
1964 Fiat 500 | 2001 Mercury Sable | |
Make | Fiat | Mercury |
Model | 500 | Sable |
Year Released | 1964 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 499 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 22 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 36 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 67.5 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 485 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 68 L |