1966 Lancia Flaminia vs. 2001 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2001 Mercury Sable is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Lancia Flaminia 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 55 more horse power than 1966 Lancia Flaminia. (98 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1966 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercury Sable weights approximately 70 kg more than 1966 Lancia Flaminia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 Lancia Flaminia 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 Lancia Flaminia. 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 (252 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Lancia Flaminia. (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Lancia Flaminia | 2001 Mercury Sable | |
Make | Lancia | Mercury |
Model | Flaminia | Sable |
Year Released | 1966 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2456 cc | 2986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 98 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 252 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.5 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1510 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 85 L |