1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1999 Mercury Sable
To start off, 1999 Mercury Sable is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercury Sable (152 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Sable weights approximately 701 kg more than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. 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, 1999 Mercury Sable (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (88 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. 1999 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud has manual transmission. 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Mercury Sable will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1999 Mercury Sable | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercury |
Model | Alfasud | Sable |
Year Released | 1983 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1186 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 62 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 864 kg | 1565 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2760 mm |