1993 Mercury Tracer vs. 1966 Moretti Panoramica
To start off, 1993 Mercury Tracer is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Moretti Panoramica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Moretti Panoramica would be higher. At 1,838 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Mercury Tracer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercury Tracer (127 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1966 Moretti Panoramica. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 1966 Moretti Panoramica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercury Tracer weights approximately 320 kg more than 1966 Moretti Panoramica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 Moretti Panoramica 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 1966 Moretti Panoramica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 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. Let's talk about torque, 1993 Mercury Tracer (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Moretti Panoramica. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Moretti Panoramica.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Mercury Tracer | 1966 Moretti Panoramica | |
Make | Mercury | Moretti |
Model | Tracer | Panoramica |
Year Released | 1993 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1838 cc | 748 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 127 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 154 Nm | 63 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1440 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2160 mm |