1974 Fiat 133 vs. 2005 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2005 Mercury Sable is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 133. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 133 would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Sable (152 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1974 Fiat 133. (34 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1974 Fiat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Sable weights approximately 875 kg more than 1974 Fiat 133. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Fiat 133 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 1974 Fiat 133. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Mercury Sable (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 192 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Fiat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Fiat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 133 | 2005 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercury |
| Model | 133 | Sable |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 842 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3460 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2760 mm |
