1969 Austin 1300 vs. 1998 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 1998 Mercury Tracer is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Austin 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Austin 1300 would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mercury Tracer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercury Tracer (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1969 Austin 1300. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 1969 Austin 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercury Tracer weights approximately 285 kg more than 1969 Austin 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1998 Mercury Tracer (173 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Austin 1300. (101 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1998 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Austin 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Austin 1300 | 1998 Mercury Tracer | |
Make | Austin | Mercury |
Model | 1300 | Tracer |
Year Released | 1969 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2510 mm |