1966 Mercury Comet vs. 1971 Simca 1301
To start off, 1971 Simca 1301 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Mercury Comet 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 67 more horse power than 1971 Simca 1301. (51 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 1971 Simca 1301.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Mercury Comet (258 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Simca 1301. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1966 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Simca 1301.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Mercury Comet | 1971 Simca 1301 | |
Make | Mercury | Simca |
Model | Comet | 1301 |
Year Released | 1966 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3279 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 51 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103.1 mm | 74 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1590 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2530 mm |