1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe vs. 2004 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2004 Mercury Sable is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe (230 HP) has 75 more horse power than 2004 Mercury Sable. (155 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Sable weights approximately 793 kg more than 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mercury Sable (251 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe. (190 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Alfa Romeo Coupe | 2004 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercury |
| Model | Coupe | Sable |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 155 HP |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 52.2 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 720 kg | 1513 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 990 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 68 L |
