2001 Mercury Sable vs. 1962 Willys-Overland Interlagos
To start off, 2001 Mercury Sable is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Willys-Overland Interlagos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Willys-Overland Interlagos would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Mercury Sable (153 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1962 Willys-Overland Interlagos. (52 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1962 Willys-Overland Interlagos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercury Sable weights approximately 970 kg more than 1962 Willys-Overland Interlagos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Willys-Overland Interlagos 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 1962 Willys-Overland Interlagos. 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 (252 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Willys-Overland Interlagos. (77 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Willys-Overland Interlagos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Mercury Sable | 1962 Willys-Overland Interlagos | |
| Make | Mercury | Willys-Overland |
| Model | Sable | Interlagos |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1962 |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3710 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2110 mm |
