1990 Fiat Uno vs. 1998 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 1998 Mercury Tracer is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Fiat Uno. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Fiat Uno would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mercury Tracer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercury Tracer (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1990 Fiat Uno. (44 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 1990 Fiat Uno. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercury Tracer weights approximately 385 kg more than 1990 Fiat Uno. 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, 1998 Mercury Tracer (173 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Fiat Uno. (79 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1998 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Fiat Uno.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Fiat Uno | 1998 Mercury Tracer | |
Make | Fiat | Mercury |
Model | Uno | Tracer |
Year Released | 1990 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 999 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2510 mm |