2007 Fiat Punto vs. 1992 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 2007 Fiat Punto is newer by 15 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 1,839 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Mercury Tracer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Mercury Tracer (127 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Punto. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Mercury Tracer weights approximately 159 kg more than 2007 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, 1992 Mercury Tracer (154 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Punto. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Punto.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Punto | 1992 Mercury Tracer | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercury |
| Model | Punto | Tracer |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1242 cc | 1839 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1104 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 |
