1999 Mercury Sable vs. 1971 Fiat 130
To start off, 1999 Mercury Sable is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Fiat 130 (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1999 Mercury Sable. (153 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Fiat 130 should accelerate faster than 1999 Mercury Sable. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Fiat 130 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1999 Mercury Sable. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Fiat 130 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 1971 Fiat 130. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1971 Fiat 130 (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercury Sable. (251 Nm @ 3950 RPM). This means 1971 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercury Sable.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mercury Sable | 1971 Fiat 130 | |
| Make | Mercury | Fiat |
| Model | Sable | 130 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 3238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 255 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 80 L |
