2003 Fiat Punto vs. 1998 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 2003 Fiat Punto is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mercury Tracer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mercury Tracer would be higher. At 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mercury Tracer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mercury Tracer (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 2003 Fiat Punto. (71 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 2003 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercury Tracer weights approximately 175 kg more than 2003 Fiat Punto. 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, 2003 Fiat Punto (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mercury Tracer. (173 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Punto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mercury Tracer.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Fiat Punto | 1998 Mercury Tracer | |
Make | Fiat | Mercury |
Model | Punto | Tracer |
Year Released | 2003 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1251 cc | 1986 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 71 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4350 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2510 mm |