1981 Fiat Argenta vs. 2001 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2001 Mercury Sable is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Fiat Argenta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Fiat Argenta would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mercury Sable (153 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1981 Fiat Argenta. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1981 Fiat Argenta.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Mercury Sable (252 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Fiat Argenta. (136 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2001 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Fiat Argenta.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Fiat Argenta | 2001 Mercury Sable | |
Make | Fiat | Mercury |
Model | Argenta | Sable |
Year Released | 1981 | 2001 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1585 cc | 2986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 252 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3950 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 85 L |