1999 Fiat Palio vs. 1999 Mercury Tracer

To start off, both 1999 Fiat Palio and 1999 Mercury Tracer were released in the same year (1999). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mercury Tracer is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Tracer weights approximately 594 kg more than 1999 Fiat Palio.

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, 1999 Mercury Tracer (170 Nm) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Fiat Palio. (104 Nm). This means 1999 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Fiat Palio.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Fiat Palio 1999 Mercury Tracer
Make Fiat Mercury
Model Palio Tracer
Year Released 1999 1999
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1242 cc 1999 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 72 HP 0 HP
Torque 104 Nm 170 Nm
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 1140 kg 1734 kg
Vehicle Length 4140 mm 4440 mm
Vehicle Width 1640 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1520 mm 1360 mm
Wheelbase Size 2430 mm 2510 mm