2002 Mercury Sable vs. 1974 Simca 1301
To start off, 2002 Mercury Sable is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mercury Sable (153 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1974 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1974 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mercury Sable weights approximately 496 kg more than 1974 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, 2002 Mercury Sable (251 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Mercury Sable | 1974 Simca 1301 | |
| Make | Mercury | Simca |
| Model | Sable | 1301 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1014 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2530 mm |
