1945 Fiat 500 vs. 1966 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1966 Mercury Comet is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1945 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1945 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 6,393 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Mercury Comet (405 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 391 more horse power than 1945 Fiat 500. (14 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 1945 Fiat 500.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1945 Fiat 500 | 1966 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercury |
| Model | 500 | Comet |
| Year Released | 1945 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 569 cc | 6393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 14 HP | 405 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3220 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1280 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2950 mm |
