1990 Mercury Tracer vs. 2012 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2012 Fiat Panda is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mercury Tracer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mercury Tracer 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 (88 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2012 Fiat Panda. (72 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 2012 Fiat Panda.
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, 1990 Mercury Tracer (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Fiat Panda. (131 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1990 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Mercury Tracer | 2012 Fiat Panda | |
Make | Mercury | Fiat |
Model | Tracer | Panda |
Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1859 cc | 1368 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 131 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2310 mm |