1986 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1992 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 1992 Mercury Tracer is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Fiat Ritmo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Fiat Ritmo would be higher. At 1,839 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Mercury Tracer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mercury Tracer (127 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mercury Tracer weights approximately 264 kg more than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. 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, 1992 Mercury Tracer (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Fiat Ritmo. (87 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1992 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Fiat Ritmo | 1992 Mercury Tracer | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercury |
| Model | Ritmo | Tracer |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1104 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2510 mm |
