1990 Mercury Tracer vs. 1971 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1990 Mercury Tracer is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Mercury Tracer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mercury Tracer (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. (57 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mercury Tracer weights approximately 360 kg more than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Mercury Tracer (173 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Triumph Spitfire. (97 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Triumph Spitfire.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Mercury Tracer | 1971 Triumph Spitfire | |
Make | Mercury | Triumph |
Model | Tracer | Spitfire |
Year Released | 1990 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1986 cc | 1296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 173 Nm | 97 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1480 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1210 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2110 mm |