1969 Fiat Dino 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 Fiat Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat Dino would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Fiat Dino (177 HP) has 22 more horse power than 2004 Mercury Sable. (155 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Fiat Dino should accelerate faster than 2004 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Sable weights approximately 109 kg more than 1969 Fiat Dino.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mercury Sable (251 Nm) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat Dino. (220 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat Dino.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Fiat Dino | 2004 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercury |
| Model | Dino | Sable |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2418 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 155 HP |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1404 kg | 1513 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 68 L |
