1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1990 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 1990 Mercury Tracer is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 1,839 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Mercury Tracer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mercury Tracer (127 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mercury Tracer weights approximately 60 kg more than 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 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 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia (190 Nm) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercury Tracer. (154 Nm). This means 1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1990 Mercury Tracer | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Mercury |
Model | Giulia | Tracer |
Year Released | 1974 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1839 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 154 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1100 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2510 mm |