1985 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 2005 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2005 Mercury Sable is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Alfa Romeo 33. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Alfa Romeo 33 would be higher. At 2,983 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Sable (153 HP) has 47 more horse power than 1985 Alfa Romeo 33. (106 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1985 Alfa Romeo 33. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Sable weights approximately 613 kg more than 1985 Alfa Romeo 33. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Mercury Sable (252 Nm) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Alfa Romeo 33. (135 Nm). This means 2005 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Alfa Romeo 33.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alfa Romeo 33 | 2005 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercury |
| Model | 33 | Sable |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 2983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | V |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 153 HP |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1513 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2760 mm |
