1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 2008 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2008 Mercury Sable is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercury Sable (260 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Because 2008 Mercury Sable is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Sable will offer significantly more control. 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 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (98 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. 2008 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud has manual transmission. 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercury Sable will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 2008 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercury |
| Model | Alfasud | Sable |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 260 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 332 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 78 L |
