1962 Abarth 600 vs. 1998 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 1998 Mercury Tracer is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Abarth 600 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 50 more horse power than 1962 Abarth 600. (59 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 1962 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercury Tracer weights approximately 557 kg more than 1962 Abarth 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Abarth 600 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 1962 Abarth 600. 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 @ 3750 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Abarth 600. (92 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Abarth 600 | 1998 Mercury Tracer | |
Make | Abarth | Mercury |
Model | 600 | Tracer |
Year Released | 1962 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 980 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 92 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 583 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2510 mm |