1969 Autobianchi Bianchina vs. 2005 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2005 Mercury Sable is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina 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 135 more horse power than 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina. (18 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Sable weights approximately 953 kg more than 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina. 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 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina. (30 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Autobianchi Bianchina | 2005 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Autobianchi | Mercury |
| Model | Bianchina | Sable |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 18 HP | 153 HP |
| Torque | 30 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 1513 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 22 L | 68 L |
