2001 Mercury Sable vs. 1967 Triumph Vitesse
To start off, 2001 Mercury Sable is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Triumph Vitesse. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Triumph Vitesse 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 83 more horse power than 1967 Triumph Vitesse. (70 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1967 Triumph Vitesse. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercury Sable weights approximately 628 kg more than 1967 Triumph Vitesse. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Triumph Vitesse 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 1967 Triumph Vitesse. 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 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Triumph Vitesse. (125 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2001 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Triumph Vitesse.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Mercury Sable | 1967 Triumph Vitesse | |
Make | Mercury | Triumph |
Model | Sable | Vitesse |
Year Released | 2001 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2986 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 252 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 66.8 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 76 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 882 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3890 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1530 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2270 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 40 L |