1963 Lancia Flavia 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 Lancia Flavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Lancia Flavia would be higher. At 2,782 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Lancia Flavia (104 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1971 Mercury Comet. (82 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Lancia Flavia should accelerate faster than 1971 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mercury Comet weights approximately 163 kg more than 1963 Lancia Flavia.
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 Lancia Flavia, 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 (178 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Lancia Flavia. (163 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Lancia Flavia | 1971 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Lancia | Mercury |
Model | Flavia | Comet |
Year Released | 1963 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1800 cc | 2782 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 163 Nm | 178 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1061 kg | 1224 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2800 mm |