1981 Fiat 127 vs. 2004 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2004 Mercury Sable is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Fiat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Fiat 127 would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mercury Sable (155 HP) has 111 more horse power than 1981 Fiat 127. (44 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mercury Sable weights approximately 808 kg more than 1981 Fiat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Mercury Sable (251 Nm) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat 127. (65 Nm). This means 2004 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat 127.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Fiat 127 | 2004 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercury |
| Model | 127 | Sable |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 903 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 155 HP |
| Torque | 65 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 67.7 mm | 79 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 1513 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2760 mm |
