1969 Fiat 124 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 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 124 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 1969 Fiat 124. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Sable weights approximately 583 kg more than 1969 Fiat 124. 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 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 124. (87 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Fiat 124 | 2005 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercury |
| Model | 124 | Sable |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 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 | 87 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1513 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 68 L |
