1996 Fiat 126 vs. 2005 Mercury Sable
To start off, 2005 Mercury Sable is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Fiat 126. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Fiat 126 would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mercury Sable (154 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1996 Fiat 126. (25 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mercury Sable weights approximately 926 kg more than 1996 Fiat 126. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Fiat 126 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Fiat 126. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mercury Sable, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Mercury Sable (251 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat 126. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat 126. 2005 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 1996 Fiat 126 has manual transmission. 1996 Fiat 126 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Mercury Sable will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat 126 | 2005 Mercury Sable | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercury |
| Model | 126 | Sable |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 704 cc | 2986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 25 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3950 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 645 kg | 1571 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.6 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 85 L |
