1999 Mercury Sable vs. 1975 Fiat 130
To start off, 1999 Mercury Sable is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercury Sable (197 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1975 Fiat 130. (163 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1975 Fiat 130. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Fiat 130 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1999 Mercury Sable.
Because 1975 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 1975 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, 1999 Mercury Sable (271 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Fiat 130. (255 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1999 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Fiat 130.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Mercury Sable | 1975 Fiat 130 | |
Make | Mercury | Fiat |
Model | Sable | 130 |
Year Released | 1999 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2982 cc | 3238 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 255 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |