1966 Mercury Comet vs. 1964 MG 1100
To start off, 1966 Mercury Comet is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 MG 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 MG 1100 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 214 more horse power than 1964 MG 1100. (53 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 1964 MG 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Mercury Comet weights approximately 535 kg more than 1964 MG 1100. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 Mercury Comet is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1966 Mercury Comet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1964 MG 1100, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1966 Mercury Comet (546 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 463 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 MG 1100. (83 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1966 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 MG 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Mercury Comet | 1964 MG 1100 | |
| Make | Mercury | MG |
| Model | Comet | 1100 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6393 cc | 1098 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 546 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 3730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2380 mm |
