1965 Honda F1 vs. 1966 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1966 Mercury Comet is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Honda F1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Honda F1 would be higher. At 3,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Honda F1 (217 HP @ 12000 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1966 Mercury Comet. (118 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Honda F1 should accelerate faster than 1966 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Mercury Comet weights approximately 1162 kg more than 1965 Honda F1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Honda F1 | 1966 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Honda | Mercury |
| Model | F1 | Comet |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1966 |
| Engine Size | 1494 cc | 3279 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 12000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 500 kg | 1662 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2950 mm |
