1988 Fiat Tipo vs. 2003 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2003 Mercury Sable is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Fiat Tipo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Fiat Tipo would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mercury Sable (152 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (51 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1988 Fiat Tipo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mercury Sable weights approximately 657 kg more than 1988 Fiat Tipo. 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, 2003 Mercury Sable (246 Nm) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Fiat Tipo. (90 Nm). This means 2003 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Fiat Tipo. 2003 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 1988 Fiat Tipo has manual transmission. 1988 Fiat Tipo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Mercury Sable will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat Tipo | 2003 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercury |
| Model | Tipo | Sable |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 2982 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 246 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 70.2 mm | 89.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.9 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 908 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 68 L |
