1966 Mercury Comet vs. 1952 Nissan Sports
To start off, 1966 Mercury Comet is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Nissan Sports. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Nissan Sports would be higher. At 4,738 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Mercury Comet (198 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1952 Nissan Sports. (18 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 1952 Nissan Sports.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Mercury Comet (382 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Nissan Sports. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1966 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Nissan Sports.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Mercury Comet | 1952 Nissan Sports | |
| Make | Mercury | Nissan |
| Model | Comet | Sports |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1952 |
| Engine Size | 4738 cc | 860 cc |
| Horse Power | 198 HP | 18 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 382 Nm | 49 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1370 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2160 mm |
