1969 Fiat 130 vs. 2008 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2008 Mercury Sable is newer by 39 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 3,495 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercury Sable (260 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 130. (161 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mercury Sable weights approximately 358 kg more than 1969 Fiat 130. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Fiat 130 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 1969 Fiat 130. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Mercury Sable (332 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 130. (218 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2008 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Fiat 130 | 2008 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercury |
| Model | 130 | Sable |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2866 cc | 3495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1474 kg | 1832 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 78 L |
