2003 Fiat Palio vs. 1992 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 2003 Fiat Palio is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Mercury Tracer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Mercury Tracer would be higher. At 1,908 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mercury Tracer (127 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Palio. (79 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Palio. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Palio weights approximately 6 kg more than 1992 Mercury Tracer.
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, 2003 Fiat Palio (196 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Mercury Tracer. (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Palio | 1992 Mercury Tracer | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercury |
| Model | Palio | Tracer |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1908 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1104 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2510 mm |
