1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1997 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 1997 Mercury Tracer is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Mercury Tracer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mercury Tracer (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (76 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mercury Tracer weights approximately 140 kg more than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia 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 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Mercury Tracer (173 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (103 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1997 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1997 Mercury Tracer | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercury |
Model | Giulia | Tracer |
Year Released | 1969 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2510 mm |