2001 Mercury Sable vs. 1960 Seat 600
To start off, 2001 Mercury Sable is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Seat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Seat 600 would be higher. At 2,982 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mercury Sable (152 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1960 Seat 600. (19 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1960 Seat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercury Sable weights approximately 990 kg more than 1960 Seat 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Seat 600 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 1960 Seat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 Mercury Sable (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Seat 600. (40 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Seat 600.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Mercury Sable | 1960 Seat 600 | |
Make | Mercury | Seat |
Model | Sable | 600 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2982 cc | 598 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 152 HP | 19 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 40 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 575 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1390 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2010 mm |