1956 Abarth 750 vs. 1998 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 1998 Mercury Tracer is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mercury Tracer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercury Tracer (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1956 Abarth 750. (47 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 1956 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercury Tracer weights approximately 580 kg more than 1956 Abarth 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Abarth 750 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 1956 Abarth 750. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Mercury Tracer, 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, 1998 Mercury Tracer (173 Nm) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Abarth 750. (54 Nm). This means 1998 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Abarth 750 | 1998 Mercury Tracer | |
Make | Abarth | Mercury |
Model | 750 | Tracer |
Year Released | 1956 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 747 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 173 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 560 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1990 mm | 2510 mm |