1971 Fiat 850 vs. 1993 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 1993 Mercury Tracer is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat 850. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat 850 would be higher. At 1,859 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Mercury Tracer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercury Tracer (87 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 850. (51 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 850.
Because 1971 Fiat 850 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 1971 Fiat 850. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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, 1993 Mercury Tracer (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 850. (69 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1993 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 850.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Fiat 850 | 1993 Mercury Tracer | |
Make | Fiat | Mercury |
Model | 850 | Tracer |
Year Released | 1971 | 1993 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 847 cc | 1859 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 87 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 146 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2510 mm |