1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 vs. 2005 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2005 Mercury Sable is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 (158 HP) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Sable. (153 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Sable weights approximately 43 kg more than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercury Sable (252 Nm) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6. (220 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfa 6 | 2005 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercury |
| Model | Alfa 6 | Sable |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 153 HP |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1513 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 5.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 68 L |
