1962 Abarth 700 vs. 1990 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 1990 Mercury Tracer is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Abarth 700 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Mercury Tracer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mercury Tracer (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1962 Abarth 700. (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 1962 Abarth 700. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mercury Tracer weights approximately 564 kg more than 1962 Abarth 700. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Abarth 700 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 700. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 Mercury Tracer (173 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Abarth 700. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 1990 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Abarth 700 | 1990 Mercury Tracer | |
Make | Abarth | Mercury |
Model | 700 | Tracer |
Year Released | 1962 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 696 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 576 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2510 mm |