1966 Mercury Comet vs. 1976 Peugeot Peugette
To start off, 1976 Peugeot Peugette is newer by 10 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 53 more horse power than 1976 Peugeot Peugette. (65 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 1976 Peugeot Peugette.
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, 1976 Peugeot Peugette, 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 (258 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Peugeot Peugette. (83 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1966 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Peugeot Peugette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Mercury Comet | 1976 Peugeot Peugette | |
| Make | Mercury | Peugeot |
| Model | Comet | Peugette |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3279 cc | 1123 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 65 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 83 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.1 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 3340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2230 mm |
