1999 Mercury Tracer vs. 1969 Subaru FF-1
To start off, 1999 Mercury Tracer is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Subaru FF-1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Subaru FF-1 would be higher. At 1,988 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mercury Tracer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mercury Tracer (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1969 Subaru FF-1. (52 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 1969 Subaru FF-1. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mercury Tracer weights approximately 445 kg more than 1969 Subaru FF-1. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (174 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Subaru FF-1. (85 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Subaru FF-1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Mercury Tracer | 1969 Subaru FF-1 | |
| Make | Mercury | Subaru |
| Model | Tracer | FF-1 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2430 mm |
