1963 Austin Mini Cooper vs. 1971 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1971 Mercury Comet is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Austin Mini Cooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Austin Mini Cooper would be higher. At 2,782 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Mercury Comet (81 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1963 Austin Mini Cooper. (67 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 1963 Austin Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mercury Comet weights approximately 530 kg more than 1963 Austin Mini Cooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 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 1971 Mercury Comet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1963 Austin Mini Cooper, 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, 1971 Mercury Comet (175 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Austin Mini Cooper. (84 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1971 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Austin Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Austin Mini Cooper | 1971 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Austin | Mercury |
Model | Mini Cooper | Comet |
Year Released | 1963 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1071 cc | 2782 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 81 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2630 mm |