1964 Fiat Berline vs. 1990 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 1990 Mercury Tracer is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Fiat Berline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Fiat Berline would be higher. At 2,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Fiat Berline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mercury Tracer (127 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1964 Fiat Berline. (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 1964 Fiat Berline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Fiat Berline weights approximately 170 kg more than 1990 Mercury Tracer.
Because 1964 Fiat Berline 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 1964 Fiat Berline. 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, 1964 Fiat Berline (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercury Tracer. (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1964 Fiat Berline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Fiat Berline | 1990 Mercury Tracer | |
Make | Fiat | Mercury |
Model | Berline | Tracer |
Year Released | 1964 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2279 cc | 1839 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 154 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2510 mm |