1974 Fiat 130 vs. 1999 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 1999 Mercury Tracer is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Fiat 130. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Fiat 130 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Fiat 130 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Tracer weights approximately 134 kg more than 1974 Fiat 130.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Fiat 130 (256 Nm) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Mercury Tracer. (170 Nm). This means 1974 Fiat 130 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Fiat 130 | 1999 Mercury Tracer | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercury |
| Model | 130 | Tracer |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1734 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2510 mm |
