1994 Fiat Punto vs. 2000 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2000 Mercury Sable is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Fiat Punto would be higher. At 3,001 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercury Sable weights approximately 574 kg more than 1994 Fiat Punto.
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, 2000 Mercury Sable (248 Nm) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Fiat Punto. (127 Nm). This means 2000 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Fiat Punto. 2000 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 1994 Fiat Punto has manual transmission. 1994 Fiat Punto will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Mercury Sable will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Fiat Punto | 2000 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercury |
| Model | Punto | Sable |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1581 cc | 3001 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1574 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 47 L | 68 L |
