1967 Mercury Comet vs. 2012 Citroen C3
To start off, 2012 Citroen C3 is newer by 45 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 (119 HP) has 47 more horse power than 2012 Citroen C3. (72 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Mercury Comet should accelerate faster than 2012 Citroen C3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Mercury Comet weights approximately 242 kg more than 2012 Citroen C3. 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, 2012 Citroen C3, 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 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Citroen C3. (116 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1967 Mercury Comet will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Citroen C3.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Mercury Comet | 2012 Citroen C3 | |
Make | Mercury | Citroen |
Model | Comet | C3 |
Year Released | 1967 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3279 cc | 1360 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 72 HP |
Torque | 258 Nm | 116 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 103 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1158 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 3860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2470 mm |