1950 Fiat 1500 vs. 1970 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1970 Mercury Comet is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Fiat 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Fiat 1500 would be higher. At 2,782 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mercury Comet (82 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1950 Fiat 1500. (47 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 1950 Fiat 1500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mercury Comet weights approximately 20 kg more than 1950 Fiat 1500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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:
| 1950 Fiat 1500 | 1970 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercury |
| Model | 1500 | Comet |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 2782 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2800 mm |
