1987 Fiat Regata vs. 1999 Mercury Sable
To start off, 1999 Mercury Sable is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Fiat Regata. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Fiat Regata 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 88 more horse power than 1987 Fiat Regata. (64 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1987 Fiat Regata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Sable weights approximately 675 kg more than 1987 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, 1999 Mercury Sable (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Fiat Regata. (102 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1999 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Fiat Regata. 1999 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 1987 Fiat Regata has manual transmission. 1987 Fiat Regata 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:
| 1987 Fiat Regata | 1999 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercury |
| Model | Regata | Sable |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1301 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 68 L |
