1966 Mercury Comet vs. 2012 Honda Civic
To start off, 2012 Honda Civic is newer by 46 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, 2012 Honda Civic (138 HP) has 20 more horse power than 1966 Mercury Comet. (118 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1966 Mercury Comet.
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, 2012 Honda Civic, 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) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Honda Civic. (174 Nm). This means 1966 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Mercury Comet | 2012 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Mercury | Honda |
| Model | Comet | Civic |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3279 cc | 1799 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 103.1 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1785 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
