1990 Mercury Tracer vs. 1948 Simca 5
To start off, 1990 Mercury Tracer is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Simca 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Simca 5 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 (87 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1948 Simca 5. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 1948 Simca 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mercury Tracer weights approximately 535 kg more than 1948 Simca 5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1948 Simca 5 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 1948 Simca 5. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mercury Tracer | 1948 Simca 5 | |
| Make | Mercury | Simca |
| Model | Tracer | 5 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1948 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1859 cc | 570 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 14 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 3220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1280 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2010 mm |
