2008 Mercury Sable vs. 1967 Simca 1100
To start off, 2008 Mercury Sable is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Simca 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Simca 1100 would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mercury Sable is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mercury Sable (260 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1967 Simca 1100. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Sable should accelerate faster than 1967 Simca 1100.
Because 2008 Mercury Sable is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Simca 1100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mercury Sable will offer significantly more control. 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, 2008 Mercury Sable (332 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Simca 1100. (91 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Mercury Sable will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Simca 1100. 2008 Mercury Sable has automatic transmission and 1967 Simca 1100 has manual transmission. 1967 Simca 1100 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mercury Sable will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mercury Sable | 1967 Simca 1100 | |
Make | Mercury | Simca |
Model | Sable | 1100 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1204 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 260 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 332 Nm | 91 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 65 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 47 L |