1966 Mercury Comet vs. 1964 Trabant Universal
To start off, 1966 Mercury Comet is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Trabant Universal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Trabant Universal 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 (405 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 382 more horse power than 1964 Trabant Universal. (23 HP @ 3900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 1964 Trabant Universal.
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 Trabant Universal, 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 (645 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 594 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Trabant Universal. (51 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1966 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Trabant Universal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Mercury Comet | 1964 Trabant Universal | |
| Make | Mercury | Trabant |
| Model | Comet | Universal |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6393 cc | 595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 405 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Torque | 645 Nm | 51 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 3370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1500 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2030 mm |
