1970 Fiat 124 vs. 1998 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 1998 Mercury Tracer is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Fiat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Fiat 124 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 14 more horse power than 1970 Fiat 124. (95 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 1970 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercury Tracer weights approximately 180 kg more than 1970 Fiat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Fiat 124 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 1970 Fiat 124. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 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, 1998 Mercury Tracer (173 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Fiat 124. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Fiat 124 | 1998 Mercury Tracer | |
Make | Fiat | Mercury |
Model | 124 | Tracer |
Year Released | 1970 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1592 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 95 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2510 mm |