1957 Alpine A 106 vs. 1993 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 1993 Mercury Tracer is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Alpine A 106. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Alpine A 106 would be higher. At 1,838 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Mercury Tracer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercury Tracer (127 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1957 Alpine A 106. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 1957 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercury Tracer weights approximately 545 kg more than 1957 Alpine A 106. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Alpine A 106 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 1957 Alpine A 106. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1993 Mercury Tracer (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Alpine A 106. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1993 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Alpine A 106.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Alpine A 106 | 1993 Mercury Tracer | |
Make | Alpine | Mercury |
Model | A 106 | Tracer |
Year Released | 1957 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 845 cc | 1838 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 57 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2510 mm |