1977 Lancia Beta vs. 1990 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 1990 Mercury Tracer is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 1,859 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Mercury Tracer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mercury Tracer (88 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1977 Lancia Beta. (82 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 1977 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mercury Tracer weights approximately 25 kg more than 1977 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1990 Mercury Tracer (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1990 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Lancia Beta | 1990 Mercury Tracer | |
| Make | Lancia | Mercury |
| Model | Beta | Tracer |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1859 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 88 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2510 mm |
