1983 Fiat Regata vs. 2001 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2001 Mercury Sable is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Fiat Regata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Fiat Regata would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mercury Sable (152 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1983 Fiat Regata. (57 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1983 Fiat Regata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercury Sable weights approximately 585 kg more than 1983 Fiat Regata. 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, 2001 Mercury Sable (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Fiat Regata. (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Fiat Regata. 2001 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 1983 Fiat Regata has manual transmission. 1983 Fiat Regata will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Mercury Sable will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Fiat Regata | 2001 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercury |
| Model | Regata | Sable |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1714 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.2 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2760 mm |
