1966 Mercury Comet vs. 1963 Volkswagen 1500
To start off, 1966 Mercury Comet is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Volkswagen 1500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Volkswagen 1500 would be higher. At 3,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Mercury Comet (118 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1963 Volkswagen 1500. (52 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 1963 Volkswagen 1500.
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 | 1963 Volkswagen 1500 | |
| Make | Mercury | Volkswagen |
| Model | Comet | 1500 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3279 cc | 1491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2410 mm |
