1966 Alfa Romeo GT vs. 2004 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2004 Mercury Sable is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Alfa Romeo GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Alfa Romeo GT would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercury Sable (200 HP) has 96 more horse power than 1966 Alfa Romeo GT. (104 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1966 Alfa Romeo GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Sable weights approximately 574 kg more than 1966 Alfa Romeo GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 Alfa Romeo GT 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 1966 Alfa Romeo GT. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Mercury Sable (271 Nm) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Alfa Romeo GT. (137 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Alfa Romeo GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Alfa Romeo GT | 2004 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercury |
| Model | GT | Sable |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1290 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 271 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1504 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 68 L |
