1941 Citroen 15 vs. 1967 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1967 Mercury Comet is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1941 Citroen 15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1941 Citroen 15 would be higher. At 3,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Mercury Comet (118 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1941 Citroen 15. (76 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 1941 Citroen 15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Mercury Comet weights approximately 37 kg more than 1941 Citroen 15. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 Mercury Comet is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1967 Mercury Comet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1941 Citroen 15, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1967 Mercury Comet (258 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1941 Citroen 15. (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1967 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1941 Citroen 15.
Compare all specifications:
1941 Citroen 15 | 1967 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Citroen | Mercury |
Model | 15 | Comet |
Year Released | 1941 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2867 cc | 3279 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 187 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 1362 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5180 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2950 mm |