1965 Honda F1 vs. 1970 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1970 Mercury Comet is newer by 5 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 4,092 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Honda F1 (217 HP @ 12000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1970 Mercury Comet. (98 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Honda F1 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mercury Comet weights approximately 850 kg more than 1965 Honda F1.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Honda F1 | 1970 Mercury Comet | |
| Make | Honda | Mercury |
| Model | F1 | Comet |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1970 |
| Engine Size | 1494 cc | 4092 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 12000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 500 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3000 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2800 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 57 L |
