1966 Mercury Comet vs. 1958 Moretti 1200
To start off, 1966 Mercury Comet is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Moretti 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Moretti 1200 would be higher. At 6,393 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Mercury Comet (267 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1958 Moretti 1200. (52 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 1958 Moretti 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Mercury Comet weights approximately 380 kg more than 1958 Moretti 1200. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Mercury Comet | 1958 Moretti 1200 | |
| Make | Mercury | Moretti |
| Model | Comet | 1200 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6393 cc | 1203 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2360 mm |
