1966 Abarth Mono 1000 vs. 2005 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2005 Mercury Sable is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Abarth Mono 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Abarth Mono 1000 would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Sable (153 HP) has 94 more horse power than 1966 Abarth Mono 1000. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1966 Abarth Mono 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Sable weights approximately 949 kg more than 1966 Abarth Mono 1000. 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 (252 Nm) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Abarth Mono 1000. (90 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Abarth Mono 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Abarth Mono 1000 | 2005 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Abarth | Mercury |
| Model | Mono 1000 | Sable |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 982 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 153 HP |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 564 kg | 1513 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 68 L |
