1966 Mercury Comet vs. 2007 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2007 Tata Indigo is newer by 41 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 4,738 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Mercury Comet (198 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2007 Tata Indigo. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 2007 Tata Indigo.
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, 2007 Tata Indigo, 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 (382 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Tata Indigo. (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1966 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Mercury Comet | 2007 Tata Indigo | |
Make | Mercury | Tata |
Model | Comet | Indigo |
Year Released | 1966 | 2007 |
Engine Size | 4738 cc | 1405 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 198 HP | 85 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 382 Nm | 115 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2460 mm |