2001 Mercury Sable vs. 1972 Simca 1301
To start off, 2001 Mercury Sable is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Simca 1301 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 101 more horse power than 1972 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1972 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Mercury Sable weights approximately 525 kg more than 1972 Simca 1301. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Mercury Sable (246 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Mercury Sable | 1972 Simca 1301 | |
Make | Mercury | Simca |
Model | Sable | 1301 |
Year Released | 2001 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2982 cc | 1289 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 152 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2530 mm |