1967 Mercury Comet vs. 2002 Seat Inca Kombi
To start off, 2002 Seat Inca Kombi is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 3,279 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Mercury Comet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Mercury Comet (118 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2002 Seat Inca Kombi. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 2002 Seat Inca Kombi. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Mercury Comet weights approximately 625 kg more than 2002 Seat Inca Kombi. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1967 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 1967 Mercury Comet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Seat Inca Kombi, 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, 1967 Mercury Comet (258 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Seat Inca Kombi. (107 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1967 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Seat Inca Kombi.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Mercury Comet | 2002 Seat Inca Kombi | |
Make | Mercury | Seat |
Model | Comet | Inca Kombi |
Year Released | 1967 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3279 cc | 1391 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 107 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1660 kg | 1035 kg |