1961 Fiat 1300 vs. 1993 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 1993 Mercury Tracer is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 1300 would be higher. At 1,859 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Mercury Tracer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercury Tracer (87 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1961 Fiat 1300. (71 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 1961 Fiat 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercury Tracer weights approximately 135 kg more than 1961 Fiat 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Fiat 1300 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 1961 Fiat 1300. 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 (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Fiat 1300. (106 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1993 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Fiat 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Fiat 1300 | 1993 Mercury Tracer | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercury |
| Model | 1300 | Tracer |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1481 cc | 1859 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 87 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1095 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2510 mm |
