1961 Fiat 2300 vs. 1973 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1973 Mercury Comet is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Fiat 2300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Fiat 2300 would be higher. At 2,782 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Fiat 2300 (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1973 Mercury Comet. (82 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Fiat 2300 should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Fiat 2300 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1973 Mercury Comet. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1961 Fiat 2300 (188 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercury Comet. (179 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1961 Fiat 2300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Fiat 2300 | 1973 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Fiat | Mercury |
Model | 2300 | Comet |
Year Released | 1961 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2278 cc | 2782 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 115 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2800 mm |