1990 Mercury Tracer vs. 1975 Simca 1301
To start off, 1990 Mercury Tracer is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Simca 1301. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Simca 1301 would be higher. At 1,839 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Mercury Tracer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mercury Tracer (127 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1975 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 1975 Simca 1301. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mercury Tracer weights approximately 60 kg more than 1975 Simca 1301. 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 (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1990 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Mercury Tracer | 1975 Simca 1301 | |
Make | Mercury | Simca |
Model | Tracer | 1301 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1839 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 154 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1040 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2530 mm |