1969 Fiat 130 vs. 2003 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2003 Mercury Sable is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2003 Mercury Sable. (152 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 2003 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Fiat 130 weights approximately 35 kg more than 2003 Mercury Sable. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mercury Sable. (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Fiat 130 | 2003 Mercury Sable | |
Make | Fiat | Mercury |
Model | 130 | Sable |
Year Released | 1969 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3238 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 255 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 102.1 mm | 89.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 68 L |