1962 Lancia Appia 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 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 1,859 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Mercury Tracer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mercury Tracer (88 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1962 Lancia Appia. (52 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 1962 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mercury Tracer weights approximately 100 kg more than 1962 Lancia Appia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Lancia Appia 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 Lancia Appia. 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 (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Lancia Appia | 1990 Mercury Tracer | |
Make | Lancia | Mercury |
Model | Appia | Tracer |
Year Released | 1962 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1090 cc | 1859 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 52 HP | 88 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2510 mm |