1961 Abarth 2400 vs. 1972 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1972 Mercury Comet is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Abarth 2400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Abarth 2400 would be higher. At 2,782 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Abarth 2400 (142 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1972 Mercury Comet. (81 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Abarth 2400 should accelerate faster than 1972 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mercury Comet weights approximately 168 kg more than 1961 Abarth 2400.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1961 Abarth 2400 (196 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mercury Comet. (175 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1961 Abarth 2400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Abarth 2400 | 1972 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Abarth | Mercury |
Model | 2400 | Comet |
Year Released | 1961 | 1972 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2323 cc | 2782 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 142 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 1224 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2630 mm |