1971 Abarth 124 vs. 2000 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 2000 Mercury Tracer is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Abarth 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Abarth 124 would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Mercury Tracer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Abarth 124 (126 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2000 Mercury Tracer. (109 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Abarth 124 should accelerate faster than 2000 Mercury Tracer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercury Tracer weights approximately 270 kg more than 1971 Abarth 124.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Mercury Tracer (173 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Abarth 124. (157 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2000 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Abarth 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Abarth 124 | 2000 Mercury Tracer | |
| Make | Abarth | Mercury |
| Model | 124 | Tracer |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1756 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1140 kg |
