1966 Mercury Comet vs. 2008 Hyundai i20
To start off, 2008 Hyundai i20 is newer by 42 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 19 more horse power than 2008 Hyundai i20. (99 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 2008 Hyundai i20.
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, 2008 Hyundai i20, 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 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Hyundai i20. (220 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1966 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Hyundai i20.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Mercury Comet | 2008 Hyundai i20 | |
Make | Mercury | Hyundai |
Model | Comet | i20 |
Year Released | 1966 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3279 cc | 1396 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103.1 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 17:01 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 3940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2525 mm |