1978 Fiat Strada vs. 2005 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2005 Mercury Sable is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Fiat Strada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Fiat Strada 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 92 more horse power than 1978 Fiat Strada. (60 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat Strada. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Sable weights approximately 745 kg more than 1978 Fiat Strada. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat Strada. (91 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat Strada.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Fiat Strada | 2005 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercury |
| Model | Strada | Sable |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.6 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2760 mm |
