1966 Mercury Comet vs. 2011 Fiat Panda
To start off, 2011 Fiat Panda is newer by 45 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 59 more horse power than 2011 Fiat Panda. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 2011 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Mercury Comet weights approximately 618 kg more than 2011 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Mercury Comet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Fiat Panda will offer significantly more control. 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 156 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Fiat Panda. (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1966 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Mercury Comet | 2011 Fiat Panda | |
Make | Mercury | Fiat |
Model | Comet | Panda |
Year Released | 1966 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3279 cc | 1242 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 70.8 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1662 kg | 1044 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 3540 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2310 mm |