1963 Alpine A 110 vs. 2000 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 2000 Mercury Tracer is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Alpine A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Alpine A 110 would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mercury Tracer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Mercury Tracer (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1963 Alpine A 110. (49 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 1963 Alpine A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercury Tracer weights approximately 565 kg more than 1963 Alpine A 110. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Alpine A 110 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 1963 Alpine A 110. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Alpine A 110 | 2000 Mercury Tracer | |
| Make | Alpine | Mercury |
| Model | A 110 | Tracer |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 954 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 575 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2140 mm | 2510 mm |
