1980 Alfa Romeo GTV vs. 2005 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2005 Mercury Sable is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV (158 HP) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Mercury Sable. (153 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV should accelerate faster than 2005 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Sable weights approximately 303 kg more than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercury Sable (252 Nm) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV. (220 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Alfa Romeo GTV | 2005 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercury |
| Model | GTV | Sable |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 153 HP |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1210 kg | 1513 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2760 mm |
