1967 Austin 1300 vs. 1974 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1974 Mercury Comet is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Austin 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Austin 1300 would be higher. At 3,272 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Mercury Comet (83 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1967 Austin 1300. (59 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mercury Comet weights approximately 362 kg more than 1967 Austin 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 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 1974 Mercury Comet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 Austin 1300, 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, 1974 Mercury Comet (206 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin 1300. (94 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1974 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Austin 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Austin 1300 | 1974 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Austin | Mercury |
Model | 1300 | Comet |
Year Released | 1967 | 1974 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 3272 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 83 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 206 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 70.6 mm | 93.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 81.3 mm | 79.5 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 858 kg | 1220 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2630 mm |